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'Lekin tab tak Virat aur Rohit nahin honge team mein' - Fans react as Cricket reportedly included in 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles

The last time the game of cricket was played way back in 1895, at a time when the India Cricket team didn't exist. Five years later, the game might make a comeback.

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For the first time in 133 years, the Olympics might see Cricket making a comeback. The last time cricket was played in the event was way back in 1895. At that time, not many teams apart from England and Australia played international cricket. Apart from cricket, baseball/softball, flag football, lacrosse, and squash have also been reportedly recommended to be included.

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Meanwhile, the LA28 (Los Angeles 2028) committee might make a decision on cricket and the other sports in recommendation between October 12 to October 14 (on this day, India and Pakistan will lock horns in the ongoing ODI World Cup 2023). In a statement, LA28 said that the above-mentioned sports are played in backyards, schoolyards, etc.

"LA28's proposed sports ignite the imagination on the field of play and drive culture off it. They're relevant, innovative and community-based, played in backyards, schoolyards, community centers, stadiums and parks across the U.S. and the globe," Wasserman said. "They will bring new athletes to the Games, engage diverse fanbases and expand the Games' presence in digital spaces, further amplifying LA28's mission to deliver an unparalleled experience."
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Delighted to see Cricket to be included in the event: Apex Council

On the other hand, the Apex Council chairperson, Greg Barclay said that the cricket governing council is delighted to see the game included (a decision that will be taken in the next few days). 
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 "We are delighted that LA28 have recommended cricket for inclusion in the Olympics," Barclay said in a media release. "Whilst this is not the final decision, it is a very significant landmark towards seeing cricket at the Olympics for the first time in more than a century."
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