The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Wednesday named sprint legend Usain Bolt as the ambassador of the upcoming T20 World Cup to be played in the West Indies and USA from June 1 to 29. (More Cricket News)
Jamaica-born Bolt had created history at the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing where he won the 100m, 200m and 4x100m races in world record times.
Bolt currently holds world records in the 100m, 200m and 4x100m with times of 9.58 secs, 19.19 secs and 36.84 secs.
Bolt was delighted about his new role as the World Cup came to his home.
Bolt said it will be massive for cricket to find a market in the USA.
바카라While I will be supporting the West Indies at the WC, getting the sport into the US is big for cricket. It바카라s the biggest sports market in the world."
바카라The energy that we will bring for the T20 World Cup is a huge opportunity leading towards cricket바카라s inclusion in the LA Olympics in 2028,바카라 he said.
As an ambassador, Bolt will play a key role in promoting the event, starting with a cameo appearance in next week바카라s release of the event바카라s official anthem alongside iconic artists Sean Paul and Kes.
ICC Chief Executive Officer, Geoff Allardice said: 바카라Usain Bolt is a global icon, we are thrilled to have him on board as an Ambassador for the T20 World Cup. His passion for cricket is well known, making him the perfect fit for this role.바카라
