In a significant decision, cricket will not be a part of the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasglow, Scotland. Only 10 sports have been chosen for the event, leading to the exclusion of cricket, which was previously included in the 2022 edition. No specific reason was given for this decision, but Commonwealth Games Federation CEO Katie Sadleir hinted that the 2026 Games will pave the way for a more sustainable and inclusive model for future events. However, cricket will still have a chance to shine at the LA28 Olympics, after a 128-year hiatus, and was also included in the recent Asian Games.