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Why is Australia becoming the preferred destination for Nepali sports stars?

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Journalist Prakash Timalsina talks about the reasons behind Australia emerging as a major destination for Nepali sports personalities. Credit: Supplied/Tara Gaire

In recent years, there has been a growing trend of Nepali players moving to Australia. Some experts suggest that this shift has started to affect football in Nepal, with an increasing number of football players relocating to Australia. Nepal correspondent Prayas Dulal spoke to sports journalist Prakash Timalsina about why Australia is emerging as a top destination for Nepali sports personalities.


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In recent years, there has been a growing trend of Nepali players moving to Australia. Some experts suggest that this shift has started to affect football in Nepal, with an increasing number of football players relocating to Australia. Nepal correspondent Prayas Dulal spoke to sports journalist Prakash Timalsina about why Australia is emerging as a top destination for Nepali sports personalities.


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