Cricket’s bid to be included in the Olympic Games in Los Angeles in 2028 took a step forward after organizers from LA28 were given reassurances by the ICC that they could limit the number of cricketers and support staff who would be attending.
There had been concerns from the IOC and the LA organizing committee that including cricket in the games would mean a significant number of athletes and support staff needing to be accommodated in the athlete’s village. Including a T20 cricket tournament for both men and women in the games could mean up to 500 players and support staff (12 squads of 15 players plus around 5 coaches/support staff per squad)
A delegation from the Games organizing committee attended the Commonwealth Games in