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CIB found new facts in ANFA investigation: Minister Pokharel Kathmandu, September 29 The government has said the investigation into the All Nepal Football Association (ANFA) is still ongoing after new facts emerged during the probe. Education and Sports Minister Sasmit Pokharel, who is also the government spokesperson, said the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) of Nepal Police was continuing its investigation into ANFA. “After two […] The post CIB found… english.onlinekhabar.com/cib-new-facts-anfa-investigation.html

CAN president Chand vows to push for better playing conditions Kathmandu, September 29 After all four Asian Games cricket quarter-finals were washed out due to continuous rain, Nepal Cricket Association (CAN) president Chatur Bahadur Chand has said the body will work to correct the tournament’s playing conditions in the days ahead. In an interview with Himalaya Television, Chand said no one had anticipated that all […] The post CAN president Chand vows to… english.onlinekhabar.com/chand-vows-better-playing.html

20th Asian Games: Nepal eliminated from all archery events Kathmandu, September 29 Nepal’s Tilak Pun Magar and Gyanu Awale have been eliminated from archery at the 20th Asian Games. In the match held at Okazaki Chuo Sogo Park multipurpose hall in Japan, Nepal’s Tilak lost in the recurve men’s singles event against Qatar. He was defeated 6-2 by Qatar’s Ahmad Al-Saadah. Tilak managed to […] The post 20th Asian Games: Nepal eliminated from all archery… english.onlinekhabar.com/nepal-eliminated-archery.html

When rain decides the winner, what is cricket really measuring? There was no bad shot. No dropped catch. No tactical mistake. There was not even a toss. Nepal’s Asian Games campaign ended without its quarterfinal against Sri Lanka producing a single ball of cricket. Persistent rain washed out the match, and Sri Lanka advanced to the semifinal because it held the higher ICC T20I ranking. […] The post When rain decides the winner, what is cricket really… english.onlinekhabar.com/rain-decides-cricket-asian-games.html

Rain ends Nepal’s Asian Games cricket campaign Nepal’s quarter-final against Sri Lanka in Nagoya was abandoned without a toss, with Sri Lanka advancing under the tournament’s higher-ranking rule. kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/09/29/rain-ends-nepal-s-asian-games-cricket-campaign

Nepal knocked out of Asian Games cricket after quarterfinal against Sri Lanka washed out Kathmandu, September 29 Nepal’s campaign in the men’s cricket tournament at the 20th Asian Games in Japan has ended in the quarterfinals after their match against Sri Lanka was abandoned due to rain. The third quarterfinal between Nepal and Sri Lanka was scheduled to begin at 5:45 am local time, but persistent rain prevented the […] The post Nepal knocked out of Asian Games cricket after… english.onlinekhabar.com/nepal-knocked-out-asian-games-cricket.html

How visual storytelling is changing the way Nepal experiences cricket Head of production for the Janakpur Bolts examines how visual storytelling changes the way fans experience Nepali cricket. kathmandupost.com/columns/2026/09/28/how-visual-storytelling-is-changing-the-way-nepal-experiences-cricket

Rain could end Nepal’s Asian Games medal hopes With no reserve day, Nepal will bow out if rain cancels their quarterfinal against higher-ranked Sri Lanka, a rule coach Stuart Law calls ‘brutal’ for Associate nations. kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/09/28/rain-could-end-nepal-s-asian-games-medal-hopes

Supreme Court refuses to order release of two ANFA officials Kathmandu, September 28 The Supreme Court has refused to order the release of All Nepal Football Association (ANFA) treasurer Rabindra Joshi and accounts officer Sanjiv Pandey, who are in police custody in connection with an ongoing investigation. A joint bench of Justices Abdul Aziz Musalman and Balkrishna Dhakal declined to order Joshi’s release. Similarly, a […] The post Supreme Court refuses… english.onlinekhabar.com/supreme-court-refuses-release-anfa-officials.html

Madan Bhandari Cup International Men’s Volleyball Tournament begins Butwal, September 28 The second edition of the Madan Bhandari Cup International Invitational Running Shield Men’s Volleyball Tournament begins in Butwal today. The trophy was unveiled at the Butwal International Conference Centre on Monday morning ahead of the tournament. Butwal Sub-Metropolitan City Deputy Mayor Sabitra Aryal, who unveiled the trophy, said the international volleyball tournament… english.onlinekhabar.com/madan-bhandari-cup-international-mens-volleyball-tournament-begins.html

Win over Sri Lanka would send Nepal into semi-final against India Kathmandu, September 28 Nepal is set to play against Sri Lanka in the men’s cricket quarter-final at the 20th Asian Games on Tuesday. If Nepal win, they will make history by reaching the semi-finals for the first time, where they will face India. India advanced to the semi-finals on higher seeding on Monday after their […] The post Win over Sri Lanka would send Nepal into semi-final against India… english.onlinekhabar.com/nepal-semi-final-india.html

Som Bahadur Kumal sets national record in 800-metre race Kumal clocks 1 minute 49.55 seconds at Mizuho Park Athletic Stadium, bettering his own national record. kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/09/27/som-bahadur-kumal-sets-national-record-in-800-metre-race

Stripped titles? Compensating rivals? How the Manchester City cheating scandal could play out One of the biggest cheating scandals in world sports history has erupted in England: Manchester City has reportedly been found guilty of 114 of the 115 alleged breaches of English Premier League financial rules brought against the club in 2023. The charges relate to the club’s incredibly successful spell between 2009 and 2018 when they […] The post Stripped titles? Compensating rivals? How the… english.onlinekhabar.com/manchester-city-cheating-scandal.html

Asian Games: Abhishek and Pradip’s pair advance to second round in men’s doubles tennis Kathmandu, September 27 At the 20th Asian Games, Nepal’s Abhishek Bastola and Pradip Khadka have advanced to the second round of men’s doubles tennis after winning their opening-round match. In Sunday’s match at Nagoya City Higashiyama Park Tennis Centre, the Nepali pair defeated Mongolia’s Munkhbaatar Badrakh and Urnukh Zolbadrakh 6–2, 4–6, 14–12. Nepal took the […] The post Asian Games:… english.onlinekhabar.com/asian-games-abhishek-and-pradips.html

Nepal to face Sri Lanka in quarterfinal Nepal advance to the quarterfinals as Group A winners after rain washes out their match against Japan. kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/09/26/nepal-to-face-sri-lanka-in-quarterfinal

Nepal smash 149 against Japan in rain-shortened Asian Games clash Sandeep Jora and Lokesh Bam hit unbeaten half-centuries as Nepal posted 149 for one in a 15-over-a-side match after rain delayed the start by an hour. kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/09/26/nepal-smash-149-against-japan-in-rain-shortened-asian-games-clash

One win from the Asian Games quarterfinals, Nepal eye maiden cricket medal Nepal’s five-wicket victory over Afghanistan has put them within reach of the last eight, but the Rhinos must beat hosts Japan on Saturday to keep their medal hopes alive. kathmandupost.com/sports/2026/09/26/one-win-from-the-asian-games-quarterfinals-nepal-eye-maiden-cricket-medal

Nepal avenge 2014 Asian Games defeat with five-wicket win over Afghanistan Kathmandu, September 25 Twelve years ago, Afghanistan handed Nepal one of the most painful defeats in the country’s Asian Games cricket history. In the 2014 Asian Games quarterfinal, Nepal fell eight runs short while chasing Afghanistan’s modest target of 120. The defeat ended Nepal’s hopes of a historic medal and remained a bitter memory for […] The post Nepal avenge 2014 Asian Games defeat with… english.onlinekhabar.com/nepal-avenge-asian-games-defeat.html

Nepal jumps two places to 14th in T20I rankings Kathmandu, September 25 Nepal has climbed two places to 14th in the ICC’s T20 International rankings. According to the updated rankings released by the ICC on Friday, Nepal moved up two spots to reach 14th position. The improvement came after Nepal beat Afghanistan by 5 wickets on Friday in the ongoing Asian Games competition in […] The post Nepal jumps two places to 14th in T20I rankings… english.onlinekhabar.com/nepal-jumps-two-places.html

Nepal defeat Afghanistan by five wickets The win has increased Nepal’s chances of marching on to the quarterfinals against Asian powerhouses. The Rhinos face Japan tomorrow. kathmandupost.com/cricket/2026/09/25/nepal-defeat-afghanistan-by-five-wickets