In a strategic move to target Indian viewership, the 2028 LA Olympics is considering moving the cricket event to New York, which is closer to the Indian time zone compared to Los Angeles. This plan was announced by Casey Wasserman, chairman of the 2028 LA Games organizing committee, who emphasized the importance of catering to South Asian audiences for better broadcast deals. Talks are in place to host the matches at the Marine Park in Brooklyn, and the move could also alleviate concerns around the total number of athletes and support staff at the Games.
Jay Shah, the current secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), was unanimously elected as the new chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC) on Tuesday. At 35 years old, Shah is set to become the youngest person to lead the global cricket governing body. He will officially take over the position on December 1, 2024, succeeding current chairman Greg Barclay. Shah's election comes at a critical time as cricket aims to become a more inclusive and popular sport globally, with the inclusion of the sport in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
Jay Shah, 35, has been appointed as the new chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC), making him the youngest person ever to hold the position. Previously serving as the BCCI Secretary and Chair of the Asian Cricket Council, Shah has expressed his commitment to globalizing the sport and introducing new technologies and markets. He will take over from current chairman Greg Barclay in December after Barclay's term ends. Shah's appointment comes at a crucial time with cricket's upcoming inclusion in the 2028 Olympics.
After being appointed as the new chairman for the International Cricket Council, Jay Shah expressed his gratitude and shared his vision for the future of cricket. He emphasized on the importance of balancing multiple formats, incorporating advanced technologies, and expanding the sport's reach in new global markets. He also highlighted the inclusion of cricket in the 2028 Olympics as a significant milestone for the growth of the sport.
Brazilian defender Emerson Royal has officially signed with AC Milan from Tottenham Hotspur for a reported fee of 15 million euros. The 25-year-old has 10 international caps and has signed a contract with Milan until 2028 with an option for one-year extension. This is a major move for the Italian club as they prepare to kick off their new season against Torino on Saturday. Additionally, stay updated on all Paris Olympics 2024 highlights and results, including the medal tally and Team India's progress.
Hollywood star Tom Cruise made a grand entrance at the closing ceremony of the 2024 Paris Olympics. In a "Mission: Impossible" styled stunt, Cruise descended from the top of Stade de France to join the athletes and receive the Olympics flag. He then led a procession of Olympians as he carried the flag and handed it to Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, representing the hand-off to the upcoming 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Cruise's pre-recorded stunt video, which showcased his own death-defying stunts, added to the star-studded finish of the ceremony.
The 2024 Paris Olympics closing ceremony ended with a bang as Hollywood superstar Tom Cruise made a grand entrance in true "Mission: Impossible" style. As he descended from the Stade de France, Cruise was joined by athletes from the Games, and was handed the Olympics flag by Simone Biles and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass. The hand-off symbolized the transition from Paris to the upcoming 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, which Cruise further highlighted with a pre-recorded clip of him riding through LA and arriving at the iconic Hollywood sign displaying the Olympic rings. This surprise performance from Cruise added an element of excitement and Hollywood glamor to the closing ceremony, leaving viewers eagerly anticipating the next Olympics in Los Angeles.
As the 2024 Paris Olympic Games come to an end, attention now turns towards the 2028 Games in Los Angeles. The International Olympic Committee has announced that five new sports will be added to the Olympic program, including cricket, lacrosse, and baseball. This will be cricket's first appearance in the Olympics since 1900, and it is expected to greatly boost the value of India's broadcasting rights. Lacrosse, which hasn't been included in the Games since 1948, will be played in the fast-paced Sixes format. And baseball, a popular sport in the United States, will also make a return to the Olympics after decades of absence.
With the 2028 Summer Olympics fast approaching, FIBA secretary general Andreas Zagklis has visited the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles, the proposed site for basketball events. His positive review of the venue bodes well for the upcoming Games after the success of the Paris Olympics. The state-of-the-art dome, home of the NBA's Los Angeles Clippers, may soon welcome the world's elite basketball players for the highly anticipated event.
The 2024 Paris Olympics concluded with a spectacular closing ceremony at Stade de France, attended by celebrities like Snoop Dogg and Billie Eilish. The event also saw India's Manu Bhaker and PR Sreejesh carrying the flag, while the USA emerged as the overall winner in the medals tally tied with China at 40 gold medals each. The Olympic flag was then handed over to the Mayor of Los Angeles, the venue for the next Olympics in 2028.