The coach has been a major force behind the success of Thailand’s women’s cricket team since he assumed the role in November 2018. Now, he will lead the Nepali side, who are aiming for a maiden berth at the biggest stage.

APF progress to the final but their star-studded squad has struggled to impose itself against regional opponents. They will face East Bengal FC for the title.

A stunning bowling and lightning-fast chase see the Lions erase memories of inaugural season, leaving the Royals heartbroken for second straight year.

West Indies great Shivnarine Chanderpaul says Nepal’s talent is real. But without strong academies and enough multi-day cricket, the country cannot match world heavyweights.

The Lions defeated star-studded Biratnagar Kings by 40 runs in Qualifier 2 on Thursday to book a place in the final. They will face Sudurpaschim Royals for the title on Saturday.

The Lions meet the Gorkhas’ 112-run target with four wickets in hand to book a date with Biratnagar.

Three days after a crushing defeat to the same opponent, the Royals flip the script in Qualifier 1 on the back of Binod Bhandari’s grit and a relentless bowling attack.

The champions of the 2024-25 Indian Women’s League open their SAFF Women’s Club Championship campaign with a 4-0 victory over Transport United.

Defending champions Janakpur slump to sixth defeat in seven games as Karnali Yaks hold their nerve in a thriller to avoid the last spot.

The Royals suffer their first defeat of the season as the Kings chase their target with six wickets and 49 balls remaining. Pokhara win the second match.

First day ended with a stalemate between Karachi City and Transport United. APF lit up night match, beating Nasrin 4–0 behind a brace from Rashmi Kumari Ghising and Mina Deuba.

Unsure of their own fate until the final overs, the Lions held their nerve to claim the last playoff spot—eliminating Janakpur Bolts, Pokhara Avengers and Chitwan Rhinos in the process.

While the travelling clubs look forward to Nepal’s famed football craze, hosts APF face the opener with minimal rest and two crucial players sidelined.

Kathmandu Gorkhas secure top-four finish with victory over Pokhara Avengers while Sudurpaschim Royals’ dominance dashes Chitwan Rhinos’ hopes.

The Lions complete the chase against the Kings with five wickets in hand. With Faf du Plessis and other batters unable to contribute well, Biratnagar fail to defend a not-so-good total.