Olympic Games to witness cricket fever as T20 format gets added to 2028 Los Angeles Olympic

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has voted to include T20 cricket as part of the sports lineup at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. This move marks a historic moment for the sport of cricket, as it gains recognition on the world’s biggest sporting stage.

The decision was met with enthusiasm from cricket fans and players worldwide. T20 cricket, known for its fast-paced and exciting nature, is expected to bring a fresh dimension to the Olympics, captivating a global audience with its power-packed performances. IOC President Thomas Bach talked about the inclusion of cricket.

“We see the growing popularity of cricket, particularly the T20 format. The World Cup (50 overs) is a huge success already, We will work with the apex cricket body as we do in all sports. We are not working with different national franchises here, we are working with respective international federations and looking forward to receiving their ideas (as to) how to use this inclusion in the Olympic programme to make cricket even more popular across the globe, It is an opportunity to engage with the fan and athlete community, to which we have had so far very little or no access. We see how one can enrich the other,” Bach was quoted as saying by News 18.

The innings have just begun: Greg Barclay

With the inclusion of T20 cricket, the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics promise to be a celebration of not only athleticism but also the rich diversity of sports from across the globe. Cricket fans can now look forward to witnessing their favourite sport on the grand Olympic stage, fostering further growth and popularity for cricket on a global scale. The apex Cricket Council president Greg Barclay also talked about it and thanked the IOC.

“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 and countless new Olympic fans from all over the world. The fact that the IOC confirmation of our selection occurred here in Mumbai during the ODI Cricket World Cup is truly icing on the cake. The innings have just begun, and we can’t wait to see where this incredible journey leads.” Barclay was quoted as saying by Sportstar.