ICC President Greg Barclay Meets Sports Minister Shrestha

The President of the International Cricket Council (ICC), Greg Barclay, convened with Nepal’s Minister for Youth and Sports, Biraj Bhakta Shrestha, today at the latter’s office in Singh Durbar.

The meeting, which transpired amidst an atmosphere of mutual enthusiasm and cooperation, centered on various facets of cricket’s development and promotion within Nepal. Recognizing the burgeoning interest and significance of cricket within the country, Barclay reiterated the ICC’s unwavering commitment to supporting Nepal’s cricketing endeavors on the global stage.

During the discourse, President Barclay articulated the ICC’s acknowledgment of Nepal’s burgeoning cricketing landscape and assured continued support towards its advancement. Emphasizing the sport’s potential as a catalyst for youth empowerment and national pride, Minister Shrestha welcomed the ICC’s proactive engagement and underscored the ministry’s steadfast dedication to nurturing cricketing talent across the nation.

Barclay’s visit to Kathmandu extends over four days, indicative of the ICC’s earnest endeavor to strengthen ties and collaborate closely with Nepal in elevating the stature of cricket within the country. This diplomatic exchange not only signifies a step forward in Nepal’s cricketing journey but also underscores the sport’s role as a unifying force, bridging communities and fostering national pride.