Cricket might feature in 2028 Olympics International Olympic Committee to review
2 years, 4 months ago

Cricket might feature in 2028 Olympics International Olympic Committee to review

Hindustan Times  

After women's cricket made its debut in T20I format at the Birmingham Commonwealth games 2022, there are growing clamours towards wanting to see the game make its way to the Olympics. Well, there is good news for fans as International Olympic Committee will review the possibility of cricket's inclusion at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. FILE PHOTO: The Olympic rings are pictured in front of the International Olympic Committee headquarters in Lausanne, Switzerland, IOC has shortlisted cricket for a review along with eight other sporting disciplines namely baseball/softball, flag football, lacrosse, break dancing, karate, kick-boxing, squash, and motorsport. As per IOC rules, a sport should pass the list of criteria for inclusion in Olympics, which includes priorities to cost and complexity reduction, engaging the best athletes and sports with safety and health first, global appeal, host country interest, gender equality, youth relevance, upholding integrity and fairness to support clean sports, and long-term sustainability.

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ICC chairman Jay Shah meets 2032 Brisbane Olympics organising committee to discuss cricket’s inclusion
1 week, 4 days ago

ICC chairman Jay Shah meets 2032 Brisbane Olympics organising committee to discuss cricket’s inclusion

The Hindu  

New ICC president Jay Shah met with top officials of the 2032 Brisbane Olympics organising committee on Thursday to discuss the sport’s potential inclusion in the Summer Games. Cricket will return to the Olympics after 128 years in the 2028 Los Angeles Games but is not yet confirmed for the 2032 edition in Brisbane. “Very exciting time ahead for Cricket’s …

ICC president Jay Shah meets Brisbane Olympics CEO, cricket gears up for return to Olympics
1 week, 4 days ago

ICC president Jay Shah meets Brisbane Olympics CEO, cricket gears up for return to Olympics

Hindustan Times  

Brisbane, : In a significant development for the global cricketing community, cricket is set to make its return to the Olympic Games in the 2028 Los Angeles edition. ICC president Jay Shah meets Brisbane Olympics CEO, cricket gears up for return to Olympics ICC President Jay Shah on Thursday met Cindy Hook, CEO of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic …

Cricket at LA 2028 Olympics could be held outside Los Angeles
1 month, 1 week ago

Cricket at LA 2028 Olympics could be held outside Los Angeles

The Hindu  

Cricket might be forced to make its Olympic return outside Los Angeles, 2028 Games organisers said on Thursday, following reports the sport could be staged thousands of miles away in New York. READ | USATF targets LA Coliseum for 2028 Olympic trials “We don’t have a cricket venue in Los Angeles,” Wasserman said following a visit by the International Olympic …

Cricket at 2028 Olympics could be held outside Los Angeles
1 month, 1 week ago

Cricket at 2028 Olympics could be held outside Los Angeles

Deccan Chronicle  

Los Angeles: Cricket might be forced to make its Olympic return outside Los Angeles, 2028 Games organisers said on Thursday, following reports the sport could be staged thousands of miles away in New York. Wasserman said, however, that if a suitable site in Los Angeles could not be found, organisers would seek the best possible venue outside the city. "We …

Los Angeles is on the clock for 2028 Olympics with focus turning to delivery and planning next year
1 month, 1 week ago

Los Angeles is on the clock for 2028 Olympics with focus turning to delivery and planning next year

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — The International Olympic Committee’s Coordination Commission wrapped up a three-day visit Thursday to check out selected venues and track the progress of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. “We’re four short years away,” said Casey Wasserman, LA28 chairman and president, who noted the Los Angeles Games are 1,338 days from opening on July 14, 2028. “Our conversations with …

Cricket's return in 2028 Los Angeles Olympics can only be a positive thing for our game, says Ricky Ponting
4 months, 1 week ago

Cricket's return in 2028 Los Angeles Olympics can only be a positive thing for our game, says Ricky Ponting

Firstpost  

Cricket had made its only appearance at the Olympics in Paris 1900 and will make a grand return in the LA Olympics four years of now with matches set to take place in the fast-paced and action-filled T20 format. Cricket’s return to the Olympics after more than a century in Los Angeles 2028 will be a big positive for the …

Olympics 2024, World T20, and more: The rise of sports tourism in India
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Olympics 2024, World T20, and more: The rise of sports tourism in India

The Hindu  

In Alain de Botton’s contemplative exploration of travel, The Art of Travel, he posits that our journeys extend beyond mere physical movement. “People can enjoy 10 days of race-themed festivities, nightlife, entertainment, retail, dining, and attractions across the city, from Kampong Gelam to the Civic District.” The Border-Gavaskar Trophy Series 2024-2025 is expected to boost Indian travel interest to Australia. …

How many times cricket has been played at multi-sporting events like Olympic Games, Asian & Commonwealth Games
5 months ago

How many times cricket has been played at multi-sporting events like Olympic Games, Asian & Commonwealth Games

India TV News  

Cricket is known as the gentleman's game. Cricket is set to feature in the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles and the sport's fever is gripping the fans around the world who want to see it at the Quadrennial Games. Cricket at the Olympic Games Cricket indeed has been played at the Olympics, Asian Games and Commonwealth Games before. Cricket …

ICC Twenty20 World Cup a boost to sport’s American Dream
6 months, 3 weeks ago

ICC Twenty20 World Cup a boost to sport’s American Dream

The Hindu  

Cricket begins a campaign for the hearts and wallets of American fans this week, as the T20 World Cup kicks off on June 1 in Dallas, bringing the best of the sport to less familiar territory. ICC Twenty20 World Cup 2024: Full schedule, venues and complete squads "In the lead up to the Los Angeles Olympics, I think we'll be …

A cricket World Cup is coming to NYC's suburbs, where the sport thrives among immigrant communities
7 months, 1 week ago

A cricket World Cup is coming to NYC's suburbs, where the sport thrives among immigrant communities

Hindustan Times  

EAST MEADOW, N.Y. — A towering stadium boasting 34,000 seats and a precisely trimmed field of soft Kentucky bluegrass is rising in a suburban New York park that will host one of the world's top cricket tournaments next month. A cricket World Cup is coming to NYC's suburbs, where the sport thrives among immigrant communities But on a recent Saturday …

Sports Calendar 2024: Olympics, IPL, T20 World Cup, UEFA Champions League Final
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Sports Calendar 2024: Olympics, IPL, T20 World Cup, UEFA Champions League Final

ABP News  

Enthusiastic fans worldwide are eagerly anticipating an exhilarating 2024, as a diverse array of major events spanning cricket, football, badminton, Formula 1, and three Olympics are scheduled to captivate audiences throughout the year. From T20 World Cup, UEFA Euro to Olympics, here is the sports calendar for 2024: Sports Calendar 2024: Month by Month January Zimbabwe tour of Sri Lanka …

Olympics bid will turn India into a sports hub
1 year ago

Olympics bid will turn India into a sports hub

Hindustan Times  

India is at the cusp of becoming a sports-forward nation, a vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi when he announced the country’s candidature to be a Summer Olympics and Paralympics host nation in 2036. We must imbibe the successes of our G20 presidency and ensure we have a strong legacy plan that allows universalising access to sports and physical activity …

Cricket into the Olympics - What does it mean for other sports?
1 year ago

Cricket into the Olympics - What does it mean for other sports?

The Hindu  

Ever since cricket got a place in the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games programme, there has been a fear that it might overshadow the popularity and development of other sports in India. | Photo Credit: REUTERS The introduction of sports science and a structured competition model similar to cricket’s domestic calendar and the National Cricket Academy will go a long …

Olympic sports bodies want talks with IOC on threats from adding cricket and others to 2028 program
1 year, 1 month ago

Olympic sports bodies want talks with IOC on threats from adding cricket and others to 2028 program

The Hindu  

Olympic sports bodies want urgent talks with the IOC about the risk of cuts in their revenue shares and medal events at the 2028 Los Angeles Games because cricket and other newcomers were added to the program. The International Olympic Committee last month approved cricket, baseball/softball, flag football, lacrosse and squash for 2028 and kept boxing, modern pentathlon and weightlifting …

IOC to decide on Afghanistan’s participation in LA Olympics 2028, says ICC CEO Allardice
1 year, 1 month ago

IOC to decide on Afghanistan’s participation in LA Olympics 2028, says ICC CEO Allardice

The Hindu  

ICC CEO Geoff Allardice has said that the final call on Afghanistan’s participation in the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles will be taken by the International Olympic Committee. Our position on cricket and supporting our member in Afghanistan is not dissimilar to those of other international sporting organisations.” While cricket has been included in the Olympics for the first …

India drives cricket’s Olympic inclusion, but minnows hope to hitch a ride
1 year, 2 months ago

India drives cricket’s Olympic inclusion, but minnows hope to hitch a ride

Al Jazeera  

Smaller countries hope cricket’s inclusion in the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics can be a game changer for the sport. “For cricket lovers and Indians in general, it is a huge thing that India’s favourite sport will be represented in the Olympics,” Arunava Chadhuri, a consultant who specialises in Indian sport, told Al Jazeera. As a cricket loving nation, we specially …

Podcast - Cricket at the LA Olympics, what happens next? The full lowdown from the IOC session in Mumbai
1 year, 2 months ago

Podcast - Cricket at the LA Olympics, what happens next? The full lowdown from the IOC session in Mumbai

The Hindu  

The 141st IOC Session was held in Mumbai from October 15 to 17 which had two major talking points - the inclusion of five new sports including cricket for the 2028 Summer Games in Los Angeles, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi announcing that India intends to bit for the 2036 edition. Jon - There’s one other thing the IOC has …

Cricket’s return to the Olympics: How did it happen and what to expect?
1 year, 2 months ago

Cricket’s return to the Olympics: How did it happen and what to expect?

The Hindu  

Around 128 years after England and France played each other in a five-day match as part of the 1900 Paris Games, cricket is back at the Olympics. The inclusion of cricket in the Olympic program was close to a formality following the recommendation of the Los Angeles 2028 organising committee to include the five sports a week ago. While cricket’s …

IOC Session: LA Olympics sports director explains how Virat Kohli's popularity is a 'win-win' for cricket's inclusion
1 year, 2 months ago

IOC Session: LA Olympics sports director explains how Virat Kohli's popularity is a 'win-win' for cricket's inclusion

Firstpost  

“Virat Kohli is the third-most followed athlete in the world on social media with 314 million followers. So much so that Kohli’s popularity across the globe has been one of the major reasons for cricket’s inclusion in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, according Niccolo Campriani, sports director of the Los Angeles Olympics organising committee. Cricket, along with baseball-softball, flag football, …

Cricket inclusion in LA 2028 programme a shot in the arm for India’s Olympic movement
1 year, 2 months ago

Cricket inclusion in LA 2028 programme a shot in the arm for India’s Olympic movement

The Hindu  

Cricket’s return to the Olympics after 128 years at Los Angeles 2028 was a foregone conclusion. “To have the opportunity to showcase our great sport at the LA28 Games and hopefully many Olympic Games to come will be great for players and fans alike,” International Cricket Committee chairman Greg Barclay said. There’s excitement among the LA organising committee about cricket’s …

Cricket's return to Olympics a significant milestone for the sport: BCCI secretary Jay Shah
1 year, 2 months ago

Cricket's return to Olympics a significant milestone for the sport: BCCI secretary Jay Shah

Firstpost  

Reacting to the latest developments, Shah also felt cricket’s appearance at ‘LA28’ would help open “new frontiers” for the ‘Gentleman’s Game’. Board of Control for Cricket in India secretary Jay Shah on Monday described cricket’s return to the Olympics as a “significant milestone for the sport”. The International Olympic Committee on Thursday formally approved cricket’s return to the world’s biggest …

Most Important Argument is Growing Global Importance of Cricket: IOC President Thomas Bach
1 year, 2 months ago

Most Important Argument is Growing Global Importance of Cricket: IOC President Thomas Bach

News 18  

Cricket has evolved in the recent years and its inclusion in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics was a welcome proposal, International Olympic Committee president Thomas Bach said on Monday. Addressing a press conference on the second day of the historic 141st IOC Session in Mumbai, Bach said: “Cricket has evolved very much in recent years. The Olympic Games wanted to …

Saurav Ghosal to rethink future after squash inclusion in 2028 LA Olympics
1 year, 2 months ago

Saurav Ghosal to rethink future after squash inclusion in 2028 LA Olympics

The Hindu  

There was not a chance in hell that India’s finest squash player Saurav Ghosal would continue playing the game in his 40s but the sport’s inclusion in the 2028 Olympics after decades of wait has forced the 37-year-old to rethink about his future plans. If it wasn’t for today’s monumental development, there was no chance that I would carry on …

Los Angeles Olympics 2028: Boxing put ‘on hold’ by IOC
1 year, 2 months ago

Los Angeles Olympics 2028: Boxing put ‘on hold’ by IOC

The Hindu  

Boxing faces an uncertain long-term future as an Olympic sport after its place at the 2028 Los Angeles Games was confirmed as being “on hold” on Monday by the International Olympic Committee. The withdrawal of recognition by the IOC’s executive board followed concerns over the credibility of IBA sanctioned tournaments as well as the boxing governing body’s finances and governance. …

Cricket returns to Olympics: Here’s how fans, cricketers and celebrities react
1 year, 2 months ago

Cricket returns to Olympics: Here’s how fans, cricketers and celebrities react

Live Mint  

The International Olympic Committee on Monday officially included Cricket in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. 'Cricket is not just a sport, it's a religion' While reacting to the inclusion of cricket in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, IOC Member Nita Ambani said, “I am delighted that IOC members have voted to include Cricket as an Olympic Sport in the LA …

Perfect Time and Perfect Place, Says IOC Member Nita Ambani on Cricket’s Inclusion in LA Olympics
1 year, 2 months ago

Perfect Time and Perfect Place, Says IOC Member Nita Ambani on Cricket’s Inclusion in LA Olympics

News 18  

The historic decision to include cricket in the programme for 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games will deepen engagement with not only 1.4 billion Indians, but all the South Asian countries, IOC member Nita Ambani said on Monday. Asked about the discussions going on within the IOC for the past few months over the inclusion of cricket, Nita Ambani said: “There …

'Boost to growing international popularity': Nita Ambani delighted with cricket's inclusion in Olympics 2028
1 year, 2 months ago

'Boost to growing international popularity': Nita Ambani delighted with cricket's inclusion in Olympics 2028

India TV News  

Cricket is one of the five sports to be officially included in the Los Angeles Olympics 2028. IOC member Nita Ambani was also one of the members to vote in favour of cricket's inclusion and she is delighted with the same. The first Indian woman to become an IOC member, Nita Ambani noted that cricket is one of most loved …

IOC votes for Cricket's return to Olympics in Los Angeles 2028
1 year, 2 months ago

IOC votes for Cricket's return to Olympics in Los Angeles 2028

Op India  

Cricket will be a part of the Los Angeles Olympic Games in 2028 and will make its return after 128 years to the multi-sport extravaganza, announced the International Olympic Committee on Monday. The proposal from Organising Committee of the Olympic Games Los Angeles 2028 to include these games in the programme was accepted at the ongoing 141st IOC session being …

Cricket, squash among 5 sports included in 2028 Los Angeles Olympic programme
1 year, 2 months ago

Cricket, squash among 5 sports included in 2028 Los Angeles Olympic programme

The Hindu  

Five sports, including cricket and squash, were included in the 2028 Los Angeles Games on Monday after gaining the approval of the International Olympic Committee. Cricket makes its return to the Olympics after more than 100 years after the sport was approved for inclusion at the 2028 Los Angeles Games by the International Olympic Committee’s executive board. IOC president Thomas …

IOC confirms induction of cricket in Los Angeles Olympics 2028 among five sporting disciplines
1 year, 2 months ago

IOC confirms induction of cricket in Los Angeles Olympics 2028 among five sporting disciplines

India TV News  

Cricket has been included in the Olympics after 128 years as the T20 format is set to be played in the 2028 edition of the biggest sporting event in the world. "We are thrilled to welcome the world's second-most popular sport with an estimated 2.5 billion fans worldwide," Campriani said. Well, the commitment to grow cricket in the US is …

‘Not Just a Sport, But a Passion’: IOC Member Nita Ambani Cheers Inclusion of Cricket at 2028 LA Olympics
1 year, 2 months ago

‘Not Just a Sport, But a Passion’: IOC Member Nita Ambani Cheers Inclusion of Cricket at 2028 LA Olympics

News 18  

As the International Olympic Committee voted to include cricket in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics at the historic Mumbai session, IOC member Nita Ambani welcomed the inclusion of the popular sport, saying it has the potential to attract a lot of new interest and opportunities for the Olympic movement across newer geographies in the world. Speaking after cricket was officially …

Los Angeles Olympics 2028: IOC approves inclusion of Cricket, Squash and three other sports
1 year, 2 months ago

Los Angeles Olympics 2028: IOC approves inclusion of Cricket, Squash and three other sports

The Hindu  

The International Olympic Committee has approved the inclusion of cricket and squash in the 2028 edition of the Olympic Games in Los Angeles. pic.twitter.com/Ra5QSEr5G0 — LA28 October 16, 2023 ICC Chairman Greg Barclay said, “I’d like to thank the International Olympic Committee and LA28 for their support and for their trust in our organisation’s ability to deliver a world-class event …

Cricket and flag football among 5 sports given Olympic status for 2028 Los Angeles Games
1 year, 2 months ago

Cricket and flag football among 5 sports given Olympic status for 2028 Los Angeles Games

Associated Press  

Cricket is an Olympic sport again. Five sports were finally added to the 2028 Los Angeles Games by the International Olympic Committee on Monday with baseball-softball, lacrosse and squash also confirmed for the program. “We want L.A. 2028 to have the same springboard effect for our five sports,” Los Angeles organizing committee chairman Casey Wasserman told IOC members. They were …

It's Official! IOC Votes to Include T20 Cricket at 2028 Los Angeles Olympics
1 year, 2 months ago

It's Official! IOC Votes to Include T20 Cricket at 2028 Los Angeles Olympics

News 18  

The T20 format of cricket has been officially included in the programme for Los Angeles Olympics 2028 with the International Olympic Committee voting on Monday to include the men’s and women’s competitions along with four others in the roster for LA Games. IOC President Thomas Bach had said last week that the inclusion of cricket and four other sports — …

IOC approves five additional sports for LA 2028 Olympics, including cricket
1 year, 2 months ago

IOC approves five additional sports for LA 2028 Olympics, including cricket

Al Jazeera  

Flag football, lacrosse, squash, and baseball-softball also make the cut for the Los Angeles Games. Five sports, including cricket and flag football, will be included in the 2028 Los Angeles Games after gaining the approval of the International Olympic Committee. The IOC hopes cricket’s inclusion will activate and engage a large, new Olympic audience, especially among Asian fans of the …

The Olympics needs cricket more than the other way around
1 year, 2 months ago

The Olympics needs cricket more than the other way around

The Telegraph  

What is in it for cricket? But a more equitable funding model from cricket’s own global events would achieve both those goals because the sport is awash with money – it just fills the same pockets. India’s potential bid for the 2036 games, hosted provisionally in Ahmedabad, the home city of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Amit Shah, India’s Home Minister …

IOC Session: From format to who qualifies, what cricket’s return to Olympics could look like
1 year, 2 months ago

IOC Session: From format to who qualifies, what cricket’s return to Olympics could look like

Firstpost  

Cricket at LA28 would be a game-changer for the game, especially considering the uncertain future of the longer formats – Tests and One Day Internationals. They will bring new athletes to the Games, engage diverse fanbases and expand the Games’ presence in digital spaces, further amplifying LA28’s mission to deliver an unparalleled experience.” Read: How cricket and Olympic Games can …

Flag football and cricket are among five sports nearing inclusion for 2028 Los Angeles Olympics
1 year, 2 months ago

Flag football and cricket are among five sports nearing inclusion for 2028 Los Angeles Olympics

Associated Press  

MUMBAI, India — Flag football and cricket were among five sports that took their next step Friday toward inevitably being added to the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. “These proposals have been accepted as a package,” said IOC president Thomas Bach, who chairs the 15-member board, hailing a showcase of “iconic American sports to the world while bringing at the same …

Cricket and flag football are among five sports nearing inclusion for 2028 Los Angeles Olympics
1 year, 2 months ago

Cricket and flag football are among five sports nearing inclusion for 2028 Los Angeles Olympics

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Flag football and cricket were …

IOC eager to double award 2030-2034 Winter Games due to climate change threat
1 year, 2 months ago

IOC eager to double award 2030-2034 Winter Games due to climate change threat

The Hindu  

The International Olympic Committee executive board on Friday approved a proposal to pursue a double allocation of two successive Winter Games in 2030 and 2034 due to concerns over the threat of climate change on snow sports. By 2040 only 10 nations would be able to host the snow sports of the Olympic Winter and Paralympic Games, according to preliminary …

International Olympic Committee approves cricket for 2028 Los Angeles Olympics
1 year, 2 months ago

International Olympic Committee approves cricket for 2028 Los Angeles Olympics

The Hindu  

Cricket’s more than 100-year Olympic exile moved closer to ending after the sport was approved for inclusion at the 2028 Los Angeles Games by the International Olympic Committee’s executive board. IOC president Thomas Bach, speaking after the second day of an executive board meeting in Mumbai on October 13, said officials had accepted a proposal by LA organisers for Twenty20 …

Cricket included in Olympics: IOC recommends Squash and Cricket in 2028 Olympics
1 year, 2 months ago

Cricket included in Olympics: IOC recommends Squash and Cricket in 2028 Olympics

The Hindu  

Five sports, including cricket and flag football, proposed for inclusion at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics were approved by the International Olympic Committee executive board on Friday, leaving them with one last hurdle to seal their Olympic spots. Organisers of the LA 2028 Games said this week they wanted cricket, flag football, lacrosse, squash and baseball-softball added to the event. …

Cricket in Olympics: From T20 Format to Who Qualifies, What Cricket at 2028 LA Games Could Look Like
1 year, 2 months ago

Cricket in Olympics: From T20 Format to Who Qualifies, What Cricket at 2028 LA Games Could Look Like

News 18  

For more than a century, sports lovers have wondered if cricket can be called a global game. They will bring new athletes to the Games, engage diverse fanbases and expand the Games’ presence in digital spaces, further amplifying LA28’s mission to deliver an unparalleled experience.” The International Cricket Council has been engaged in concerted efforts to take the game to …

IOC Session in Mumbai Will be a Turning Point in India's Sporting History: Olympian Shiva Keshavan to News18
1 year, 2 months ago

IOC Session in Mumbai Will be a Turning Point in India's Sporting History: Olympian Shiva Keshavan to News18

News 18  

Shiva Keshavan, six-time Olympian and the first Indian representative to compete in luge at the Winter Olympic Games, feels the upcoming IOC Session in Mumbai will be a game-changer for sports in the country. In an exclusive interview to News18, Shiva Keshavan said that the 141st IOC Session being held in Mumbai from October 15 to 17 will be a …

Mumbai IOC Session Will Help India's Pitch to Host Olympics in Coming Years, Say Neeraj Chopra and Yuvraj Singh
1 year, 2 months ago

Mumbai IOC Session Will Help India's Pitch to Host Olympics in Coming Years, Say Neeraj Chopra and Yuvraj Singh

News 18  

The 141st International Olympic Committee Session will be held in Mumbai from October 15 to 17. At the 139th IOC Session held in Beijing in February 2022, the Indian delegation led by IOC member Nita Ambani made a compelling pitch for Mumbai to host the 2023 IOC session, following which the financial capital of India received overwhelming endorsement for its …

Cricket at the Olympics – good news all around for a sport going global
1 year, 2 months ago

Cricket at the Olympics – good news all around for a sport going global

The Hindu  

For the average cricket fan, the news that the sport will be featured at the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028 is welcome, even inspiring. A few months ago, the BCCI secretary Jay Shah had said, “Once cricket is added in the Olympics, India will be participating,” adding, “The BCCI and the ICC are on the same page as far as …

Cricket in 2028 LA Olympics: How the sport and Games can benefit from its inclusion
1 year, 2 months ago

Cricket in 2028 LA Olympics: How the sport and Games can benefit from its inclusion

Firstpost  

The inclusion of cricket in Olympics is set to benefit the sport in more ways than one besides enhancing its reputation as a global sport. Cricket is set for a return to the Olympics after a gap of 128 years with the organisers of the 2028 Los Angeles Games making a formal recommendation its inclusion in the T20 format. Olympics …

Cricket and NFL-style flag football two of five new sports put forward for 2028 Olympics in LA
1 year, 2 months ago

Cricket and NFL-style flag football two of five new sports put forward for 2028 Olympics in LA

The Independent  

Sign up to our free sport newsletter for all the latest news on everything from cycling to boxing Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news Sign up to our free sport email for all the latest news SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “But I …

Cricket in Olympics: LA 2028 organisers recommend sport's inclusion in 34th Games
1 year, 2 months ago

Cricket in Olympics: LA 2028 organisers recommend sport's inclusion in 34th Games

Firstpost  

If cricket makes the cut, it would be the first time it has featured since 1900, when a team from Britain beat a side representing France in Paris. Cricket could finally make a comeback into the Summer Olympics after more than a century with the organisers of the 2028 Games in Los Angeles making a formal recommendation for including the …

Cricket in 2028 LA Olympic Games: Sport to make Summer Olympics return after 128 years in Los Angeles
1 year, 2 months ago

Cricket in 2028 LA Olympic Games: Sport to make Summer Olympics return after 128 years in Los Angeles

The Hindu  

Cricket is set to be included in the Olympics in Los Angeles 2028, according to reports from the United Kingdom. The Los Angeles Organising Committee has reportedly confirmed the list of disciplines to be added in the Olympic Games and, after discussions with the Olympic programme commission, will official announce the additions after the International Olympic Committee’s session in Mumbai, …

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