Olympics cricket data: 2028 Los Angeles Olympics are going to be quite special. One of the most popular sports in the world is going to return to cricket. Last time, cricket was first included in the Olympics in 1900.
However, after this, this game did not get a place in the Olympics again. In such a situation, it will be played for the second time. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has announced the dates of this event.
Cricket event will start from July 12
Last year, the Olympic Association made a big announcement. In which he told that cricket has also been included in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games. This was done keeping in mind the increasing popularity of this game. After 128 years, it will have a comeback. At the same time, the number of teams was also announced in this April. Also, the venue was also revealed.
Now the International Olympic Committee has also released the dates of the event. Under which the competition of male and female class will start from July 12 and will run till 29 July. Talking about the medal match, the medal match of the Mains cricket team will be held on July 20 and the medal match of Women’s cricket team will be held on 29 July. A total of six teams will participate in it.
Will be held in T20 format
The cricket will be played in the T20 format at the 2028 Olympics. T20 cricket has expanded considerably in the last few years. Team India’s star cricketer Virat Kohli has a big hand in the return of cricket in the Olympics. In fact, the 2028 Olympic organizers mentioned Kohli’s global popularity and influence in the decision to include cricket.
However, Kohli has said goodbye to the T20 format. He took this big decision after winning the 2024 T20 World Cup title last year. Which means these superstars will not be seen in the 2028 Olympics.
