Both Ahmedabad and Abuja, Nigeria, made strong bids that demonstrated the Commonwealth Sport Movement's aspirations and expanding power. The Commonwealth Sport Executive Board, however, has decided to speed Nigeria's aspirations to host future Games, including consideration for 2034. It is anticipated that 72 countries and territories would participate in the 2030 Games.
Additionally, by reintroducing a number of medal events that were eliminated from the 2026 Games, India hopes to host an inclusive Commonwealth Games. Major medal events that were removed from the 2026 Games included rugby sevens, diving, table tennis, hockey, cricket, badminton, squash, mountain biking, and rhythmic gymnastics.Ahmedabad, India, has been confirmed by the Executive Board of Commonwealth Sport as the proposed host city for the Commonwealth Games in 2030. The Commonwealth Games will mark 100 years since the multisport event was first hosted in Ontario with its 24th edition. According to a Commonwealth Sport release, Ahmedabad will now be presented to the entire membership of Commonwealth Sport, with a final decision to be taken at the Commonwealth Sport General Assembly in Glasgow on November 26, 2025.
SOURCE: THETATVAINDIA
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