Ashwin backs T20 format as key to cricket's global expansion

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Former India allrounder R. Ashwin has emphasized the importance of T20 cricket in spreading the sport beyond its traditional strongholds. He highlighted the European T20 Premier League (ETPL) as a crucial vehicle for growing cricket's footprint in Europe. Ashwin believes short-format cricket is the most accessible and appealing version of the game for new audiences worldwide. He also pointed to cricket's inclusion in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics as a significant opportunity to establish the sport on a truly global stage.

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