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Former Indian cricket star Yuvraj Singh, now the ambassador of the 2024 T20 World Cup, recently made waves on the popular chat show ‘Good Morning America’. Alongside host Michael Anthony Strahan and weather reporter Sam Champion, Yuvraj explained the intricacies of cricket to an American audience, drawing comparisons with their beloved baseball.
Expressing his excitement, Yuvraj remarked, “Never imagined that cricket would be played in America. It’s fascinating. The ICC has built a couple of new stadiums, I would like to see the Americans watching the sport.” His optimism stems from the upcoming T20 World Cup, set to be held in the USA and the West Indies from June 1 to June 29.
With nine venues hosting the tournament, including three in the US, the event marks a significant milestone in cricket’s expansion beyond its traditional strongholds. Notably, the recent addition of the Nassau County cricket stadium in New York will host eight matches, including the highly anticipated clash between India and Pakistan on June 9.
The decision to grant the USA hosting rights reflects the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) commitment to fostering the sport’s growth in untapped markets. Moreover, this move aligns with cricket’s inclusion in the 2028 LA Olympics, further cementing its global appeal.
As Yuvraj looks forward to the T20 World Cup, his appearance on ‘Good Morning America’ is a precursor to the excitement and anticipation surrounding cricket’s foray into mainstream American sports culture.
