Nepal Secures Straight-Set Victory Against Kyrgyzstan

Nepal secured their first win in the CAVA Women’s Volleyball Championship by defeating Kyrgyzstan in straight sets, 25-18, 25-20, 25-13. The home team strengthened their chances of reaching the semifinals with the Group A match held on Saturday at the Dashrath Rangashala Covered Hall in Tripureshwor. Middle blocker Sumitra Regmi was the top scorer for Nepal, contributing 19 points and earning the Player of the Match honor.

Following the win, Nepal has accumulated 4 points from 2 games and currently holds second place in Group A. Nepal had previously earned 1 point after a narrow 3-2 defeat against India in their opening match. This loss marked Kyrgyzstan’s first defeat in the tournament; they have amassed 3 points from 2 matches. Nepal will face the Maldives in the final group game on Sunday, with a victory guaranteeing a semifinal berth. Kyrgyzstan is set to compete against India on Monday.