JapanAt the upcoming Asian Games in Japan, cricketers will receive better accommodations compared to athletes in other sports, according to Naoki Alex Miyaji, CEO of the Japan Cricket Association. Concerns were raised about the availability of five-star hotels for cricket players, with some top teams expressing doubts about the facilities. Cricket is a minor sport in Japan, and matches will be held at a newly built venue with reported makeshift dressing rooms and distant restroom facilities. The Games do not have a dedicated athletes' village, relying instead on cruise ship cabins, temporary wooden containers, and hotels. Organizers noted that the increased number of athletes, 17,000 compared to 11,000 at the 2024 Paris Olympics, has strained accommodations. The cricket tournament is organized by the Asian Games committee in partnership with the Asian Cricket Council. Miyaji stated that discussions about accommodations have been ongoing and emphasized efforts to provide the best possible conditions despite time and resource constraints. The pitch, curated by experts from Sri Lanka, is expected to meet high standards.
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