Cricket West Indies (CWI) has officially urged the International Cricket Council (ICC) to ensure that Caribbean nations receive fair access to compete in cricket at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. With the sport making its return to the Olympics after more than a century, CWI has raised concerns that the current structure of Olympic eligibility could bar the West Indies’ men’s and women’s teams from participating, despite their on-field performances. Also READ: Mitchell Starc's 'go away' comment to a fan at airport goes viral The regional governing body submitted a formal proposal to the ICC, highlighting two potential pathways for inclusion. These include either an internal Caribbean qualifying tournament among eligible nations or a broader qualification system that takes into account the Olympic identities of each member country within the West Indies setup. “All we are asking is that our individual nations’ exceptional Olympic legacy be considered in the conversation. The structure of West Indies cricket is unique—men and women teams representing 15 individual nations and territories, each with its own Olympic identity. We cannot let this once-in-a-generation opportunity for national development pass without creating a way for our countries to participate,” said Chris Dehring, CEO of CWI. “We are asking for fairness” In the official statement, CWI pointed out that the Caribbean has played a vital role in Olympic history and should not be left out now that cricket is being added to the Games. They pointed to the Olympic Charter’s commitment to universality and equitable access, calling on the ICC and the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to uphold those values. “The Caribbean has always punched above its weight at the Olympics, inspiring the world with our athletic brilliance. Cricket’s return to the Games in 2028 must not exclude our young cricketers from the same dream that has inspired our athletes," said CWI President Dr. Kishore Shallow. Dehring reinforced this sentiment, stressing that the inclusion of cricket should not come at the expense of those who have helped grow the sport globally. “Our nations have proudly flown their individual flags atop Olympic podiums as perennial gold medalists. Now, with cricket’s inclusion, we must ensure that our cricketers are not shut out of history," he added. CWI remains open to working alongside the ICC and other stakeholders to develop a qualification system that aligns with both the values of the Olympic movement and the unique makeup of Caribbean cricket. Also READ: West Indies Stars Available for Full IPL 2025 Season The organisation’s proposal reflects not just a desire to compete but a broader vision for inclusion, fairness, and representation on one of the world’s most prestigious sporting stages.