Football’s global leader Gianni Infantino shook hands with cricket’s rising star Jay Shah in Milan, sparking buzz about unprecedented sports alliances. The FIFA President’s Instagram update captured the essence of their productive discussion.
‘Delighted to connect with ICC Chairman Jay Shah in Milan,’ Infantino wrote. He lauded Shah’s transformative contributions to cricket’s growth and extended warm wishes for cricket’s Olympic revival in 2028. ‘The beautiful sport of cricket owes much to his exemplary efforts,’ he added.
Infantino voiced enthusiasm for joint endeavors to bridge nations via athletics. Cricket’s Olympic return marks a historic milestone—first since 1900 Paris, spanning 128 years.
LA 2028 introduces T20 format with parallel men’s and women’s events. Six teams each, 28 thrilling matches, 90-player quotas enabling full 15-member squads. The action shifts to Pomona’s temporary venue, ensuring world-class facilities 50 km outside Los Angeles.
Tournament spans July 12-29, culminating in gold medal clashes: women on July 20, men on July 29. Qualification criteria pend ICC’s Singapore conference from July 17.
As two of the planet’s most beloved sports converge, this Milan rendezvous could herald collaborative ventures, fan engagement boosts, and elevated international sporting standards.
