Cricket, archery, shooting sought for Commonwealth Games in 2030
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 30, 2026, 12:35 PM
Last updated Jul 30, 2026
Cricket, archery, and shooting are being considered for inclusion in the 2030 Commonwealth Games in India. The Games, set to take place in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, will see an increase from the 10 sports featured at the current Glasgow Games. Representatives are in discussions regarding the sporting program for the event. Cricket was last contested at the Commonwealth level in 2022 as a women's-only T20 event. Plans for the Games include retaining two team sports, with hockey and rugby sevens among the options being considered.
- •2030 Commonwealth Games scheduled to be held in Ahmedabad, India
- •Only 10 sports at current Glasgow Games due to host changes
- •Cricket featured in 2022 as women's-only T20 event
- •Team sports like hockey and rugby sevens could be added
- •India can propose two new sports as host nation
- 12:35 PMYahoo Sports — Cricket & archery well placed for Commonwealths spot
- 12:35 PMBBC Sport — Cricket & archery well placed for Commonwealths spot
"Cricket, archery and shooting are among the sports well placed to regain their spot at the Commonwealth Games in India in 2030.
"Cricket, archery and shooting are among the sports well placed to regain their spot at the Commonwealth Games in India in 2030.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 30, 2026, 12:35 PMCricket & archery well placed for Commonwealths spot
Cricket, archery and shooting are among the sports well placed to regain their spot at the Commonwealth Games in India in 2030.
- BBC SportJul 30, 2026, 12:35 PMCricket & archery well placed for Commonwealths spot
Cricket, archery and shooting are among the sports well placed to regain their spot at the Commonwealth Games in India in 2030.
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