Which Sports Will Be Played in Ahmedabad During Commonwealth Games 2030?

Mar 19, 2026

The Commonwealth Games 2030 will transform Ahmedabad into a global sports hub, with most major events taking place across world-class venues in the city. From cricket at the iconic stadium to swimming, athletics, and indoor sports, Ahmedabad will host a wide range of competitions.

Here’s a clear breakdown of the sports expected to be played in Ahmedabad.

🏟️ Major Sports Hosted in Ahmedabad

🏃 Athletics (Track & Field)

One of the main events of the Games
Includes sprints, long-distance races, jumps, and throws
Likely hosted at the main stadium complex

🏊 Swimming & Diving

Hosted at newly developed aquatic centers
Includes Olympic-style swimming and diving events
One of the biggest crowd-pulling sports

🏏 Cricket (T20 Format)

Matches expected at the iconic Narendra Modi Stadium
Men’s and women’s T20 formats likely included

🏑 Hockey

Hosted at dedicated training centres
A key team sport with strong Indian participation

🥊 Boxing & Combat Sports

Includes boxing, wrestling, and other combat events
Expected at indoor arenas in Ahmedabad

🏸 Badminton

Indoor sport with huge popularity in India
Hosted at modern indoor complexes

🤸 Gymnastics

Artistic and rhythmic gymnastics events
Conducted in specialized indoor arenas

⚽ Football (Preliminary Matches)

Early-stage matches to be hosted in Ahmedabad venues

🎾 Tennis

Matches expected at newly planned international tennis centres

🏀 Basketball (Including 3x3)

Fast-paced indoor and outdoor formats
Likely part of the final sports lineup

🚴 Other Sports Likely Across Ahmedabad

In addition to core events, several other sports are expected to be part of the Games:

Cycling
Shooting
Squash
Rugby Sevens
Triathlon
Wrestling
Judo
Table Tennis

👉 These are part of the broader 15–20 sports program planned for the Games

🏙️ Key Sports Infrastructure in Ahmedabad

Ahmedabad will host most events at major venues like:

Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Sports Enclave
Indoor arenas and aquatic centres
Riverfront and outdoor venues

The city is developing a complete sports ecosystem, making it capable of hosting global events at scale

🌍 What Makes Ahmedabad Special for CWG 2030

Majority of sports hosted within one city
World-class infrastructure upgrades
Mix of indoor, outdoor, and stadium-based events
Strong focus on legacy and future Olympic ambitions

Final Thoughts

Ahmedabad will be the central hub of the Commonwealth Games 2030, hosting most of the major sports including athletics, cricket, swimming, badminton, and more.

With a mix of traditional, modern, and high-energy sports, the Games will showcase the city as a global destination for international sporting events—putting Gujarat firmly on the world map.