CWI President Dr. Kishore Shallow and CANOC President Keith Joseph visited Peru to promote cricket development ahead of the 2027 Pan American Games. Their meetings included key sports figures and focused on establishing programs and infrastructure to enhance cricket’s presence. Both leaders expressed optimism about cricket’s inclusion in the games, highlighting collaboration benefits for Peru and the Caribbean.
Cricket West Indies (CWI) President Dr. Kishore Shallow and Caribbean Association of National Olympic Committees (CANOC) President Keith Joseph visited Peru to foster collaboration for promoting cricket in light of the upcoming 2027 Pan American Games. Their visit, which occurred from February 21 to 23, involved meetings with notable figures such as Renzo Manyari Velazco, President of the Peruvian Olympic Committee, and representatives from Cricket Peru.
The discussions aimed at enhancing cricket development in Peru, establishing cooperative training programs, and creating initiatives that would increase the sport’s visibility throughout the region. The delegation also examined strategies for building the necessary infrastructure to support cricket, ensuring the sport’s preparation for the 2027 Pan Am Games.
CANOC’s Joseph expressed the importance of CWI’s involvement, stating, “The impact of West Indies cricket across the globe is well known. Having Cricket West Indies involved in the effort to bring cricket to the Pan Am Games is crucial. This preliminary engagement marks a significant step toward realising that dream.”
Dr. Shallow highlighted the optimism surrounding cricket’s potential inclusion in the Pan Am Games, referencing CWI’s strategic plan for 2024 to 2027 as a foundation for growth. He remarked, “Peru presents excellent prospects, and both parties stand to benefit from collaboration. CWI is fully committed and prepared to play a key role in bringing this vision to life—not just for the Pan Am Games but also as a stepping stone to the 2028 Olympics.”
In summary, the visit to Peru signifies a pivotal development in reinforcing connections between the Caribbean and South America, creating pathways for cricket to thrive on a prominent regional sports platform.
The engagement between CWI, CANOC, and Peruvian officials signifies a strategic initiative to elevate cricket in South America in preparation for the 2027 Pan American Games. Through collaboration and infrastructure development, cricket’s presence is set to expand significantly within the region, with aspirations extending to future events such as the 2028 Olympics.
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