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Commonwealth Sport Recommends Ahmedabad for 2030 Centenary Commonwealth Games

A final membership vote is set for 26 November in Glasgow following an evaluation that placed the Indian city ahead of Abuja.

India To Host 2030 Commonwealth Games: Ahmedabad Set To Make History
Commonwealth Games - Closing Ceremony - Alexander Stadium, Birmingham, Britain - August 8, 2022 General view during the closing ceremony REUTERS/Hannah Mckay/File Photo
FILE PHOTO: General view of a cricket bat and gloves before during Commonwealth Games
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Overview

  • The Executive Board’s proposal will go to the Commonwealth Sport General Assembly for ratification on November 26 in Glasgow.
  • Abuja’s rival bid was praised, with the board pledging support for Nigeria’s future hosting ambitions, including potential consideration for 2034.
  • The recommendation followed an evaluation of technical delivery, athlete experience, infrastructure, governance, and alignment with Commonwealth Sport values.
  • The move is framed as a stabilizing step for the movement after recent host withdrawals, with Glasgow 2026 proceeding as a scaled-down edition.
  • Ahmedabad’s plan highlights upgraded venues such as the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Sports Enclave and the Narendra Modi Stadium to stage a full-capacity Games.