5 instances when cricket was part of a multi-sport event

2. 2014 Asian Games, Incheon

The Sri Lankan cricket team after winning the Gold in 2014 (Image Credit: NDTV)

Asian Games is undoubtedly one of the most prestigious multi-sport events in the world. Only on two occasions in its illustrious history, the event has included cricket in the long list of sports that it features. The bigwigs of Asian cricket, barring India, have all taken part in the Games during both instances.

The first instance was at the 2010 Asian Games at Guangzhou whereas the most recent one came in the previous edition at Incheon. The men’s tournament saw Sri Lanka walking away with the gold while Afghanistan won silver. On the other hand, Pakistan beat Bangladesh in the final for the women’s gold.