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Six Team Will Feature in Los Angeles Olympic 2028

Cricket is officially making a historic return to the Olympic Games at Los Angeles 2028, as confirmed by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) on April 9, 2025. The sport will feature six teams each for men’s and women’s T20 tournaments, with a total athlete quota of 90 per gender. This marks cricket’s return to the Olympics after 128 years, its only prior appearance being at the 1900 Paris Games.

Key Highlights of Cricket at LA 2028 Olympics

  • Event: Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games
  • IOC Approval Date: April 9, 2025
  • Cricket Format: T20 format

Teams

  • 6 teams in men’s tournament
  • 6 teams in women’s tournament

Athlete Quota

  • 90 men
  • 90 women
  • 15 players per squad
  • Venues: Yet to be confirmed
  • Match Schedule: To be finalized closer to the Games

Historical Context

  • Last Appearance of Cricket in Olympics: 1900 Paris Olympics
  • Match Played: One-off match between Great Britain and France
  • Gap Since Last Inclusion: 128 years

Additional Sports Added to LA 2028 Along with Cricket

  • Baseball/Softball
  • Flag Football
  • Lacrosse (Sixes)
  • Squash

Global Reaction

  • Several cricket stars and sporting personalities welcomed the announcement.
  • Excitement around the opportunity to compete for Olympic gold in cricket for the first time in the modern era.
Summary/Static Details
Why in the news? Six Team Will Feature in Los Angeles Olympic 2028
Olympic Edition Los Angeles 2028
Sport Cricket
Format T20
IOC Approval Date April 9, 2025
Men’s Teams 6
Women’s Teams 6
Athlete Quota 90 men, 90 women
Squad Size per Team 15 players
Last Olympic Appearance 1900 Paris Olympics
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