Kathmandu, Dec. 16 -- India's Harshal Pathak has been appointed as the head coach of Nepal women's national cricket team, the Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) announced Tuesday.

Pathak will lead the national women's team in the upcoming international tournaments and oversee player development and team preparation. The Cricket Association of Nepal expressed confidence that his appointment would strengthen the women's national side's performance.

Previously, Pathak served as coach of Thailand's men's cricket team. The CAN issued a call for applications for the position. Pathak will now coach the Nepali women's team, which will play the ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Global Qualifier from January 18 to February 1 on home ground.

Earlier...