CWI Writes to ICC to Insist on Nation’s Inclusion at LA Olympics

Cricket West Indies, has formally written to the International Cricket Council ICC insisting that the unique configuration of West Indies cricket be fairly accommodated in ongoing discussions with the International Olympic Committee regarding qualification for cricket at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games.

In its correspondence, outlined two inclusive and practical qualification pathways that would enable sovereign Caribbean nations—many of which have deep Olympic legacies—to participate in Olympic cricket in accordance with the values and requirements of the Olympic Charter.

Cricket West Indies’ proposal comes in light of the current Olympic rules that would exclude West Indies Men and Women teams from Olympic participation.

Given this situation, is advocating for either:

If rankings are used and West Indies men and women teams technically qualify, an internal qualifying tournament among its Olympic affiliated member countries will determine which country represents the West Indies; or A global qualifying pathway that includes associate ICC members in the 5 ICC Development Regions plus member countries of the West Indies.

CWI’s submission to the ICC cites the Olympic Charter’s Bye-law to Rule 40, which mandates that qualification criteria must be “fair and transparent” and designed in line with the core principles of the Olympic Movement.

These include universal representation, equal access, and the participation of the best athletes from all regions.

CWI is committed to constructive dialogue with the ICC and welcomes the opportunity to work together in shaping a qualification process that respects both the Olympic ethos and the realities of cricket in the Caribbean.