Jay Shah Meet Bach, Regarded For Include Cricket In LA2028 Olympics

Thomas Bach, the president of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), recently met with Jay Shah, the chairman of ICC and former secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and an authority in cricket administration worldwide, to talk about cricket's inclusion in upcoming Olympic Games. The discussion was held in the face of increasing efforts to increase cricket's popularity internationally and use its huge reach in strategic markets.

One of the main topics of debate was cricket's possible return to the Olympics, namely its inclusion in the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles. Only two teams played cricket during the last Olympic Games in Paris in 1900. Even though it has grown significantly since then, especially in South Asia and in nations like India, Australia, and England, it has not been included in the multi-sport global event.

Include Of Cricket In Olympics

There have been discussions of adding cricket to the Olympics for a number of years, but there have been obstacles due to practical issues, such as the format of the sport and the length of its matches. Because of its entertainment potential and simplicity, T20 cricket—the shortest international format—is being viewed as the best choice for inclusion in the Olympics.

Jay Shah was important in resolving the IOC's October 2023 meeting in Mumbai, where the sport's inclusion in the Los Angeles 2028 Games was formally accepted. The administrators' dedication to ensuring cricket's seamless integration into the Olympic program is further demonstrated by their recent meeting with Bach.

What Benefits of Cricket Include In Olympics?

It is believed that cricket's inclusion in the Olympics will increase its visibility in new markets, especially in areas like the Americas and Europe where the sport is still developing. Also, it would let developing cricketing nations compete against established powerhouses, promoting inclusion and growing the global cricket community. 

Meeting Between Jay And Bach

The meeting between Thomas Bach and Jay Shah is being regarded as a major advancement for the sport. Cricket fans around the world may finally be able to watch their favorite players compete for the ultimate prize—an Olympic gold medal—if everything goes as planned.