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Cricket Returns to Olympics After 100 Years, Thanks to India’s Global Influence

Updated: June 03, 2025 20:41

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Former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has credited India’s growing global impact for cricket’s return to the Olympics after a century-long absence. The sport will be featured in the Los Angeles 2028 Games, marking its first Olympic appearance since 1900. Sunak, an ardent cricket fan, praised the Indian Premier League (IPL) and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for transforming the game into a global phenomenon.
 
India’s Role in Cricket’s Olympic Comeback:
  • Sunak stated, “India’s passions and tastes now have a global impact. Why is cricket back in the Olympics after 100 years? Because of India.”
  • The IPL’s influence has made cricket one of the most commercially successful sports, attracting players worldwide.
Impact of IPL & BCCI on Global Cricket:
  • The IPL has revolutionized cricket, with players from England, Australia, and the West Indies benefiting from its competitive environment.
  • Sunak highlighted English cricketer Jacob Bethell’s IPL experience, noting how it enhanced his performance in international matches.
Sunak’s Personal Connection to Indian Cricket:
  • Sunak, married into a Bangalore-based family, openly supports Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB).
  • He expressed hope that RCB would finally lift their maiden IPL trophy, saying, “Ee Sala Cup Namde!”
Cricket’s Olympic Future & Global Expansion:
  • The Los Angeles 2028 Games will feature T20 cricket, ensuring wider international participation.
  • The move is expected to boost cricket’s popularity in non-traditional markets, reinforcing India’s leadership in global sports governance.
Cricket’s return to the Olympics is a testament to India’s influence, with the IPL and BCCI shaping the sport’s global trajectory.
 
Source: Odisha TV, Tribune India, and MSN.

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