Will the International Olympic Committee (IOC) approve the inclusion of a Cricket format (e.g., T20) for the 2032 Brisbane Summer Olympics before the end of 2027?

Cricket: Confirmed for Brisbane 2032 by 2027?

Cricket (in the T20 format) has already been officially added to the program for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, marking the sport's return after over a century. Brisbane, Australia, the host city for 2032, is a major cricket-playing nation, and the sport's global appeal, particularly in the massive South Asian market, aligns perfectly with the IOC's goal of engaging larger viewerships.

A Safe Bet

The overwhelming 'Yes' vote reflects the near-certainty of this outcome. The IOC rarely drops a successful new sport immediately after its debut, especially one that fits the host nation's culture and delivers a new, large audience base. The Brisbane Organizing Committee's recommendation to the IOC is expected to include Cricket, making its formal approval well before the 2027 deadline almost guaranteed.