NADA Educates Indian Cricketers on Doping Ahead of LA 2028 Olympics

NADA conducted an educational session for Indian cricketers at the National Cricket Academy to raise awareness about doping in sports. With cricket returning to the Olympics in 2028, athletes will be monitored by WADA. The BCCI highlighted the importance of these sessions in promoting fair play.

The National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) conducted a crucial session for Indian cricketers at the National Cricket Academy on Thursday, aiming to raise awareness about doping in sports and fostering a fair environment for athletes.

As cricket gears up to return to the Olympics in 2028 Los Angeles, Indian cricketers, like their counterparts in other Olympic sports, will be under the watchful eye of the World Anti Doping Agency (WADA). Consequently, it is essential for them to be comprehensively educated on anti-doping guidelines and understand what constitutes a doping violation.

The BCCI showcased images of both men and women cricketers attending the NADA session at the NCA, emphasizing the significance of such educational programs. These sessions are designed to boost awareness and disseminate vital information on a matter becoming increasingly crucial in the world of sports.

(With inputs from agencies.)