Second edition of the Indian Ambassador's Cricket Tournament (26 - 28 June 2026)

   Embassy of India in Kathmandu successfully organized the second edition of the Indian Ambassador's Cricket Tournament from 26 to 28 June 2026 at the Tribhuvan University Cricket Ground and Mulpani Cricket Stadium. The tournament brought together eight teams representing the Embassy of India, Nepal's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the diplomatic community in Kathmandu, Nepali media, former Nepali cricketers, Government of Nepal officials, corporate organizations, and the Indian diaspora in Nepal (ICAN).

2. The opening ceremony was held on 26 June in the presence of the Ambassador of India to Nepal, Shri Naveen Srivastava; Joint Secretary (South Asia Division), Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Nepal, Mr. Gahendra Rajbhandari, and other senior diplomatic representatives.

3. After three days of spirited and competitive matches, the tournament concluded with an exciting final on 28 June between the Embassy of India and ICAN. Following the match, the Ambassador of India to Nepal, Shri Naveen Srivastava, and representatives from organizing partners presented trophies and awards to the winning team and outstanding performers.

4. A reception was held on 29 June 2026 to celebrate the success of the tournament. The Ambassador of India to Nepal attended the event along with other dignitaries. Ambassador thanked Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) and other organizing partners for their support for the tournament. 

5. Ambassador also presented professional grade cricket kits to three promising Nepali women U - 19 cricketers; Ms. Sana Praveen, Ms. Krishma Gurung and Ms. Sabitri Dhami,  and wished them success in the ICC U-19 Women's T20 World Cup, scheduled next year. 

6. The tournament reflects India's commitment to strengthening people-to-people ties with Nepal through sports and supporting the development of young sporting talent in the country. 

30 June 2026
Kathmandu