T20 Cricket to Shine at Los Angeles 2028 Olympics (Latest News)

Cricket Roars Back: Los Angeles 2028 Olympics to Feature T20 Cricket

Cricket's return to the Olympics is official! The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has given the green light for six teams to compete in the T20 format for both men's and women's matches at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics. Each team will have a squad of 15 players.

Cricket last appeared in the Olympics 128 years ago at the 1900 Paris Games, where Great Britain defeated France in a one-off match. The sport's reintroduction was a long-awaited move, with many cricket governing bodies initially opposed to its inclusion.

Tournament Details

- Number of Teams: 6 teams will compete in both men's and women's tournaments

- Format: T20 format

- Squads: 15 players per team

- Venues: To be confirmed

- Schedule: Full schedule to be finalized closer to the Games

Reactions from the Cricket World

Indian javelin ace Neeraj Chopra and Bollywood star Deepika Padukone have welcomed cricket's return to the Olympics, citing its potential to boost the sport's global appeal. Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting also expressed excitement about the prospect of competing for a gold medal.

Cricket was initially planned for the 1896 Athens Olympics but was cancelled due to lack of entries. It made a brief appearance at the 1900 Paris Olympics and was scheduled for the 1904 St. Louis Olympics, but was again cancelled due to insufficient teams.