The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Wednesday named sprint legend Usain Bolt as the ambassador of the upcoming T20 World Cup to be played in the West Indies and USA from June 1 to 29. (More Cricket News)
Jamaica-born Bolt had created history at the 2008 Olympic Games in Beiji𝓡ng where he won the 100m, 200m and 4x100m races in world record times.
Bolt c🐻urrently holds world records in the 100m, 200m and 4x100m with times of 9.58 secs, 19.19 secs and 36.84 secs.
Bolt💟 was delighted about his new role as the World Cup came to his 🐷home.
Bolt said it will be massive for cricket to 💧find a market in the USA.
“While I will be supporting the West Indies at the WC, getting the sport into the US is big✨ for cricket. It’s the biggest sports market in the world."
“The energy that we will bring for the T20 World Cup is a huge opportunity leading towards cricket’s inclusion in the LA Olympics in 2028,” he said.
As an ambassador, Bolt will play a key role in promoting the e💜vent, starting with a cameo appearance in next week’s release of the event’s official anthem alongside iconic artists Sean Paul and Kes.
ICC Chief Executive Officerꦍ, Geoff Allardice said: “Usain Bolt is a global icon, we are thrill༺ed to have him on board as an Ambassador for the T20 World Cup. His passion for cricket is well known, making him the perfect fit for this role.”
