Randhir Singh Advocates Cricket's Role in Asian Games

As the Olympic Council of Asia's General Assembly approaches, anticipation grows around cricket's inclusion in the Olympics and its successful return to the Asian Games, emphasized by OCA President Randhir Singh. He noted that cricket, once overlooked in multi-sport events, is now taken seriously, evidenced by India's strong performance at the Hangzhou Asian Games. Singh also highlighted the prospect of including yoga as a demonstration sport in the 2026 Asian Games, reflecting a broader commitment to diversify Olympic participation. Furthermore, Singh called on the BCCI to send top cricket teams to enhance the sport's popularity in Asia, stressing that sending 'B' teams undermines cricket's growth. With his upcoming presidency, Singh aims to advocate for Indian representation in international sports bodies and rethink restrictive sports codes. Overall, these developments point to a growing recognition of Asia's role in the global sports landscape and an eagerness to elevate various sports.