Nepal, Nov. 27 -- "Behind every dream, there is a mother's prayer.

Behind every victory, a mother's sleepless night.

Behind every champion, a woman who gave everything-

And asked for nothing in return.

Our players may face opponents on the field,

But their mothers faced life for them.

...

Today, we pause to honour that courage"

With these stirring lines, Niroj Khatiwada, general manager of Janakpur Bolts, set the tone for an emotional Wednesday afternoon that saw the franchise look beyond the boundary ropes. In a press conference held jointly with their upcoming opponents, the Pokhara Avengers, the Bolts unveiled a special initiative dedicated to mothers.

While the Avengers reiterated their long-standing 'Glaciers Matter' climate...