Nepal take unbeaten run to Premier Cup semis
The win gave the Rhinos—who had already secured their spot in the semi-finals with a match in hand—a fourth victory in as many matches in the tournament, and eight points in…
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Vietnamese traditional martial art for modern minds
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Nepal storms into Premier Cup semis
Chasing a small 115, the Rhinos overhauled the target in just 12.2 overs, with the win ensuring they finish the Group A at least in the second position.
Indonesia’s Jonatan Christie takes Asia badminton crown
Jonatan defeated home favourite Li 21-15, 21-16 in the tournament finale in the Chinese city of Ningbo.
Former Sumo superstar Yokozuna Akebono dies of heart failure at 54
Hawaii-born Akebono, or Taro Akebono, was the first non-Japanese sumo wrestler to become a yokozuna grand champion. After retiring from sumo, he moved into professional wrestling.
China’s UFC warriors proud as punch
Strawweight queen Zhang Weili and challenger Yan Xiaonan are embracing their historic all-Chinese title fight at UFC300 as a proud showcase of Chinese women's strength and courage.
Nepal opens Premier Cup against Malaysia
The Rhinos defeated the UAE in the final to win the 2023 edition in Kathmandu and qualified for their first ever Asia Cup which was held in India last year.
Loh Kean Yew suffers first-round exit at Badminton Asia Championships, mixed doubles pair advance
The defeat came 10 days after the 26-year-old defeated Frenchman Toma Junior Popov in Madrid to end his 833-day title drought, in what has been an inconsistent 2024 season.