India, July 22 -- Why Is Cricket Not Part of Commonwealth Games 2026? Cricket will not feature at the Commonwealth Games 2026 in Glasgow despite making successful appearances in Kuala Lumpur 1998 and Birmingham 2022. The sport was left out of the programme primarily because of budgetary constraints and the scaled-down nature of the Glasgow Games, with organisers opting for a leaner and more sustainable multi-sport event after Victoria withdrew as the original host.

When Was Cricket First Played at the Commonwealth Games?

Cricket made its Commonwealth Games debut at Kuala Lumpur 1998, where a men's 50-over tournament featuring 16 teams was held. The event included unique entries such as Antigua and Barbuda, Barbados and Jamaica represent...