# Sports # WomenAthletes # PrimeMinister # Nepal # Cricket
Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli has extended his congratulations to Nepali women cricketers for making history by qualifying for the first time in the ‘Global’ selection of the Women’s T20 World Cup in Asia. This significant achievement was highlighted by the Prime Minister on social media platforms.
In a statement, Prime Minister Oli expressed his pride in the Nepali girls, acknowledging their remarkable feat in women’s cricket. He emphasized the historical significance of Nepal’s entry into the Global selection of the 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup, marking it as a moment of pride for the country. The Prime Minister also offered his heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to the team for their victory against the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by five wickets.
Ramesh Khatri, a representative of Kansai Nepal News, commended the Prime Minister’s recognition of the Nepali women cricketers’ achievement. He emphasized the importance of such acknowledgments in promoting and encouraging women’s participation in sports, particularly in a cricket-loving nation like Nepal. Khatri highlighted the significance of Nepal’s presence on the global stage of women’s cricket as a milestone that inspires future generations of female athletes in the country.
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Author: MAYA | HARUTO
Posted at: May 20, 2025 3:00 am
