Cricket's long-awaited return to the Olympics is set to take place in Los Angeles in 2028. While fans are already envisioning an exciting showdown, likely featuring a match between India and Pakistan under the Olympic rings, the path to qualification is considerably more complex than the dream scenario.

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced that 12 teams will participate in the men's and women's T20 events at LA28, with six teams in each category and a total of 28 matches. This format was established during a recent ICC Board meeting in Dubai, which also included extensive discussions with the International Olympic Committee regarding cricket's role within the multi-sport framework.

Understanding the Olympic qualification process

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