Nepal aim for maiden CAVA Women’s Volleyball Championship title

Nepal is buzzing with anticipation as the third edition of the CAVA Women's Volleyball Championship kicks off at the Dasharath Stadium's Covered Hall. For the first time, eight teams are competing, a significant expansion from previous years. The Kathmandu Post is proud to highlight our national team's ambition to finally clinch the title, especially after being narrowly defeated by India in the inaugural championship.

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We have prepared well, we have a good set of players and coaches. We are fighting for the trophy.

Our captain, Niruta Thagunna, speaking at the pre-tournament press conference, exuded confidence. "We have prepared well, we have a good set of players and coaches," she stated, emphasizing the team's fight for the trophy. Thagunna believes Nepal's home advantage, including familiar training grounds and fervent fan support, will be crucial. "We will win this title at home," she declared, a sentiment that resonates deeply with the nation.

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We always train and play at this venue. We will also get good support from our fans. We will win this title at home.

While India's captain, Nandana Valappil, also voiced her team's determination, acknowledging Nepal's home crowd advantage but asserting their readiness, the focus here in Nepal is on our athletes achieving a historic victory. This championship is more than just a game; it's an opportunity for national pride and a testament to the growing strength of women's sports in Nepal. The presence of other strong teams like Iran and Kazakhstan adds to the excitement, but our eyes are firmly set on the final, and on bringing that coveted trophy home.

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We are also here for the trophy. We know Nepal will have a great support from the stands, but we are ready for that.