Pokhara Avengers Flag Raised at Everest Summit

May 26, Kathmandu – Nepali mountaineering guide and filmmaker Pasang Kaji Sherpa has successfully ascended the world’s highest peak, Mount Everest, raising the Pokhara Avengers flag at the summit. This marked her eighth ascent of Everest, and she hoisted the Nepal Premier League (NPL) team flag at 3:50 a.m. on May 23, 2026.

According to a press release issued by Pokhara Avengers, the flag was raised atop Everest as a symbol of their shared commitment to raising awareness about climate change and the conservation of Himalayan glaciers through sports. Chairman Tripathi stated, “Avengers continuously support efforts addressing climate change and glacier preservation while promoting the spirit of Nepali sports and grassroots cricket development. We did not want this campaign to be limited to just reaching the summit; we aimed to dedicate it to a greater cause. This is a call to recognize the importance of glacier conservation, raise awareness about climate change, and encourage the development of cricket.”