The Commonwealth Games is an international multi-sport event that is held every four years. It is one of the biggest sporting events in the world, second only to the Olympics. The Commonwealth Games brings together athletes from all the Commonwealth countries to compete against each other in various sports. The first Commonwealth Games was held in 1930, and since then, it has evolved to include new sports.
What are the New Sports in the Commonwealth Games 2022?
The Commonwealth Games 2022 will be held in Birmingham, England. The games will feature 19 sports, including 8 para-sports. The organizers of the games have introduced two new sports for the 2022 edition. These are:
Women's T20 Cricket
Women's T20 Cricket has been introduced as a new sport for the first time in the Commonwealth Games. It will be a standalone event and will not be part of the men's tournament. The tournament will feature eight teams, and the matches will be held at the Edgbaston Stadium in Birmingham. The inclusion of Women's T20 Cricket is a significant step towards promoting gender equality in sports.
Para Table Tennis
Para Table Tennis has also been introduced as a new sport for the first time in the Commonwealth Games. The tournament will feature singles and doubles events for both men and women. The inclusion of Para Table Tennis is a step towards promoting inclusivity in sports and providing athletes with disabilities an opportunity to compete at the highest level.
Other Sports in the Commonwealth Games
The Commonwealth Games feature a variety of sports, including athletics, badminton, basketball, boxing, cycling, diving, gymnastics, hockey, lawn bowls, netball, rugby sevens, shooting, squash, swimming, table tennis, triathlon, weightlifting, and wrestling. These sports have been part of the Commonwealth Games for many years and have a large following across the Commonwealth countries.
Conclusion
The Commonwealth Games is a celebration of sports and diversity. The inclusion of new sports, such as Women's T20 Cricket and Para Table Tennis, is a step towards promoting inclusivity and diversity in sports. The Commonwealth Games 2022 promises to be an exciting event with athletes from all the Commonwealth countries competing against each other in various sports.
