Asian Games: Nepal to compete in seven sports today
Summary
Nepali athletes will compete in seven sports at the ongoing Asian Games today, led by the women’s kabaddi team’s bid for a semifinal berth against Chinese Taipei. Nepal has yet to win a medal at the Games, where 135 athletes are taking part across 21 sports.
Key Points
- Nepali athletes are competing in seven sports at the 20th Asian Games in Japan today.
- The women’s kabaddi team faces Chinese Taipei in a crucial Group B match after beating Thailand in its opener.
- Nepal’s women’s kabaddi team, bronze medalists at the 2019 Asian Games, is chasing a semifinal spot.
- Nepal has entered 135 athletes across 21 sports at the Games, according to the National Sports Council.
