Xtra Time Web Desk: Cricket is likely to be included in the Los Angeles Olympic 2028 games. The sport will make its return in Olympics after 123 years if approved by IOC. It made its debut in the 1900 Paris Games. Cricket is among five sports for which the official proposal is submitted by LA28 to International Olympic Committee (IOC). The other sports included baseball/softball, flag football, lacrosse (sixes), and squash. The formal approval is expected to be granted during the IOC session in Mumbai next week.
The International Cricket Council (ICC) expressed immense delight and satisfaction with the organizers of the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics for recommending the inclusion of cricket in the prestigious Games. This decision marks the culmination of a meticulous two-year process, during which the ICC collaborated closely with LA28 to advocate for the sport’s inclusion on the global sporting stage.
The inclusion of cricket in the list of sports for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics is a significant milestone for the cricketing community, representing a golden opportunity to showcase the sport’s excitement and global appeal to a broader audience. This decision is a testament to the ICC’s commitment to expanding the reach of cricket and fostering its growth as a truly international sport.
As the proposal moves forward, the cricketing world eagerly anticipates the approval of the International Olympic Committee (IOC). If approved, cricket will join the elite lineup of sports at the 2028 Olympics, offering players and fans a unique platform to celebrate the spirit of competition and camaraderie on the grand Olympic stage. The ICC looks forward to contributing to the success and vibrancy of the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, making cricket an integral part of this global sporting spectacle.
ICC Chairman Greg Barclay said: “We are delighted that LA28 have recommended cricket for inclusion in the Olympics. Whilst this is not the final decision, it is a very significant landmark towards seeing cricket at the Olympics for the first time in more than a century.”