Los Angeles, July 15, 2025 – The 2028 Summer Olympics started today in Los Angeles, USA, with cricket joining for the first time. The Twenty20 (T20) games will happen from July 12 to July 29. This quick format, seen in leagues like the IPL, might draw lots of new viewers. Teams from places like India, Australia, and England will play with bats and balls in fast matches.
The ICC brought cricket in because it’s getting more popular worldwide. This could help it grow even more. Other sports are also on the schedule. Archery runs July 20-28, athletics July 15-24, badminton and boxing July 15-24 and 15-30, hockey July 12-29, shooting and squash July 15-24, table tennis July 15-29, tennis July 19-28, weightlifting July 25-29, and wrestling July 24-30. The city will use current spots to stay eco-friendly, targeting zero waste.
There are concerns, though. Wildfires have caused trouble, and a 2025 report mentions money issues. The 1984 Olympics here made $215 million, but costs might go up. The event wraps up July 30, challenging LA’s spirit. Cricket’s debut is something to keep an eye on
Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2028_Summer_Olympics#Calenda
