The International Cricket Council (ICC) and the International Olympic Committee (IOC) confirm the qualification pathway for cricket at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, marking cricket’s return to the Games after more than a century. Multiple outlets report that the tournament will include six teams in both the men’s and women’s competitions. Qualification is determined through a combination of ICC events, T20I rankings, and an additional ICC Olympics Qualifier scheduled for 2027. ICC Chairman Jay Shah is reported to have welcomed the decision as a historic milestone, while noting the potential impact on players and audiences worldwide. One report states that Great Britain is already qualified for the women’s event, following the announced qualification criteria and process. The ICC and IOC’s announcement outlines how national teams will secure places ahead of LA28, with the qualifier in 2027 forming a key part of the final selection for the remaining spots in each event.
ICC and IOC confirm qualification pathway for cricket’s 2028 Olympic return in Los Angeles
The International Cricket Council (ICC) and the International Olympic Committee (IOC) confirm the qualification pathway for cricket at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, marking cricket’s return to the Ga...
- Cricket returns to the Olympics at Los Angeles 2028 after more than 100 years.
- Six men’s teams and six women’s teams will compete.
- Qualification is based on ICC events, T20I rankings, and an ICC Olympics Qualifier in 2027.
- ICC and IOC jointly confirm the LA28 qualification pathway.
- Great Britain is reported as qualified for the women’s tournament.
ICC Chairman Jay Shah welcomed cricket's return to the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics as a historic milestone after the ICC and IOC confirmed the qualification pathway. Six men's and six women's teams will compete, with qualification determined through ICC events, T20I rankings and a new ICC Olympics Qualifier in 2027. Shah said the move will inspire players globally and help cricket reach new audiences.
2 hours agoCricket is returning to the Olympics after 100 years and will feature six teams each in men's and women's competitions.
2 hours agoThe International Cricket Council (ICC) and the International Olympic Committee (IOC) have confirmed the qualification pathway for cricket's historic return to the Olympics at the 2028 games in Los Angeles, with Great Britain qualified for the women's event.
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