Nayak Paudel

Nayak Paudel covers sports for The Kathmandu Post. He previously worked at the Post (2018–19) and spent over five years at The Rising Nepal. His reporting spans crime, health, education, and social issues.

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Ticket price slashed for Nepal vs Oman—but will the 12th man turn up?

CAN cuts ticket prices by half following criticism over low attendance, hoping supporters return for Nepal’s vital League-2 match.

Yuki Angdembe wins by submission at Matrif Fight Night-18

Angdembe, who goes by the nickname ‘The Gurkha’, defeated Indian fan-favourite Mandeep Prajapati ‘Baaghi’ by submission in the first round.

Police, Rukum West win tenth ‘PM Cup: NVA Women & Men Volleyball League’

Police won their fourth consecutive title in the women’s category while Rukum West clinched their maiden title in the men’s category.

Could 2026 be Airee’s defining year?

Dipendra Singh Airee, one of the world’s finest all-rounders, begins 2026 in record-breaking form, signalling a potential career-defining season across formats.

Nepal to lose AFC Challenge League spot, again

The AFC has given Nepal an indirect slot to the AFC Challenge League 2026-27 season. But with no domestic league this year as well, the slot will not be used by a Nepali club for consecutive seasons.

A coach, a fighter and a shared dream: Inside the partnership of Diwiz Piya and Rabindra Dhant

Coach Diwiz Piya and fighter Rabindra Dhant have grown together from a chance meeting in Kathmandu to the Road to UFC, carrying the hopes of Nepal’s rising MMA scene.

How Nepal built a cricketing identity in a decade

Seven key takeaways from a journey marked by breakthroughs, near-misses and resilience on the global stage.

TU wants cricket at Kirtipur but not at the cost of academic activities

University says matches can continue at Kirtipur, but only under a new model that safeguards academic activities.

Sandeep Lamichhane is three wickets shy of becoming the first bowler with 100 League-2 wickets

Nepal’s all-time leading wicket-taker, Lamichhane, reached 97 League-2 wickets after picking two wickets in Nepal’s 37-run win over the UAE on Saturday.

FIFA sets another deadline for NSC to revoke ANFA’s suspension

The global footballing body has asked the National Sports Council to ‘reconsider its position’ and lift ANFA’s suspension by May 4.

FIFA sets another deadline for NSC to revoke ANFA’s suspension

The global footballing body has asked the National Sports Council to ‘reconsider its position’ and lift ANFA’s suspension by May 4.

Kabita Kunwar levels record as Nepal clinch nervy win over Rwanda

Kabita Kunwar levelled the wicket tally with Sita Rana Magar, with two wickets in the win over Rwanda on Wednesday. They both have 62 wickets each now.

ANFA calls 35 players for closed camp. Does it guarantee Nepal’s participation in SAFF Women’s Championship?

Having already lost a FIFA Series opportunity because of administrative turmoil, Nepal’s women footballers now prepare for SAFF amid fears that suspension politics could again deny them international action.

TU Ground again proves Bhurtel’s happy hunting ground as Nepal defeat UAE

Five years after announcing himself at the TU ground, Bhurtel delivers another match-winning knock, alongside Lamichhane’s brilliance with the ball.

Floodlights, rain and a frustrating finish: Nepal fall to UAE in historic night at TU

Rain-curtailed ‘Associate El Clásico’ sees UAE chase DLS target with ease as Nepal’s first floodlit international at home ends in a six-wicket defeat.