Cricket’s Olympic return draws an enthusiastic response from around the world
MUMBAI, India — Cricket’s return to the Olympic program for the 2028 Los Angeles Games drew an enthusiastic response from around the world. “Our beautiful game of cricket has a rich heritage and diverse international following,” said Pakistan captain Babar Azam, the world’s top-ranked one-day international batsman. “Players will get the chance to compete for an Olympic gold medal and be part of the games, which will be so special,” said Mithali Raj, a former India women’s cricket team captain. “It’s also a chance for more fans around the world to enjoy our fantastic sport.” For the last two years, the International Cricket Council has been working extensively with the IOC for inclusion at the Los Angeles Games. The ICC hoped the Olympics, which has an estimated audience of more than 3 billion, will provide an opportunity for cricket to “engage new audiences and further boost the sport’s reach across the world, opening the door to a new generation of cricket enthusiasts.” Another Indian cricket great, Sunil Gavaskar, was also excited for the players to mingle with athletes from around the world.
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