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Nita Ambani's IOC journey: From Olympic dream in 2004 to key decisions taken in Mumbai 2023
Fpsports • 2 years agoAmbani had expressed her desire to see the Olympics take place in India during the 2004 Games in Athens. Nearly two decades later, she helped bring the IOC Session to Mumbai where the Prime Minister announced country's bid to host the 2036 Games.
Cricket confirmed for Olympics: Sport's history at Games, how it made a comeback and impact on global growth
Firstcricket Staff • 2 years agoThe International Olympic Committee (IOC) on Monday formally approved the inclusion of the 'Gentleman's Game' along with four other sports on Day 2 of its 141st Annual Session in Mumbai.
Cricket's inclusion in 2028 Los Angeles Olympics a 'very welcome' move: IOC chief Thomas Bach
Firstcricket Staff • 2 years agoCricket, which will take place in the T20 format in both the men's and women's events, returns to the Olympics after more than a hundred years, with its only appearance at the sporting spectacle coming in Paris 1900.
IOC Session: Saurav Ghosal rethinks retirement plans after squash makes Olympic return in Los Angeles 2028
• 2 years agoIt doesn't get bigger than the Olympics and therefore, 37-year-old Ghosal — one of India's finest ever in the sport — is tempted to go on for another five long years.
'I am willing to help': US Ambassador Eric Garcetti supports India's plan to bid for hosting 2036 Olympics
Fpsports • 2 years ago“I told Prime Minister Narendra Modi ‘if you want any advice on Olympic bid, am willing to help,” said Eric Garcetti.
'Our beloved sport is back', Cricketers, fans overjoyed as IOC Session approves cricket's inclusion for 2028 LA Olympics
Firstcricket Staff • 2 years agoNetizens were overjoyed on hearing the news of cricket's inclusion for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Here are a few reactions.
'Thrilled that cricket’s inclusion in the LA28 Olympic Games has been confirmed': ICC
Firstcricket Staff • 2 years ago'To have the opportunity to showcase our great sport at the LA28 Games and hopefully many Olympic Games to come will be great for players and fans alike,' ICC Chairman Greg Barclay said.
Cricket's inclusion in Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games approved by IOC Session in Mumbai
Fpsports • 2 years agoApart from cricket, Baseball-softball, flag football, lacrosse (sixes) and squash will also be part of LA28.
'Delighted historic resolution was passed': Nita Ambani celebrates inclusion of cricket in 2028 LA Olympics
Firstcricket Staff • 2 years agoNita Ambani, a member of the IOC, said that she was “delighted” by cricket’s inclusion for the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028.
'Collective dream of 1.4 billion Indian hearts': Nita Ambani on inclusive Olympics vision at 141st IOC Session in Mumbai
Trendingdesk • 2 years agoNita Ambani also praised the efforts of the Narendra Modi government for putting a lot of emphasis on advancing sports and supporting athletes.