ECB supports India's 2036 Olympic bid ahead of 2030 Commonwealth Games

The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) Chief Executive Richard Gould has expressed full support for India's bid to host the 2036 Olympic Games. He highlighted the upcoming 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad as a crucial preparation opportunity. Gould emphasized this venture aligns with cricket's growing global influence, particularly with the sport's return to the Olympic stage in 2028. India's bid will undergo a rigorous evaluation process over the next three years, allowing time for infrastructure and organizational improvements informed by the Commonwealth event.

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