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CGF to unveil CWG 2026 host city next month

Last updated : Apr 09, 2024 19:04

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Apr 08, 2024 16:04

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Well justified fears that the 2026 edition of the Commonwealth Games would not take place, after the originally announced host - Australia's Victoria state - declared its inability to do so, can now be put to rest.

The Commonwealth Games Federation asserted Monday that it aimed to announce a new host for its 2026 event next month, stating that following the April meeting of its executive board, the CGF is "considering multiple proposals" from potential hosts.

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CWG '26: Women's T20 stays; shooting back; no archery, wrestling

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Birmingham 2022 catalyst for positive change

History making Birmingham CWG catalyst for positive change

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CWG esports c'ship: Indian DOTA 2 team wins Bronze

MUMBAI: First, it was during the Asian Games 2018 where Tirth Mehta got the bronze medal in esports (demonstration title) and now the Indian DOTA 2 team produced a power-packed performance to clinch the bronze medal at the first-ever Commonwealth Esports Championship on Sunday.

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Commonwealth 2022 Esports Championships kit unveil

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