Which Sports Will Be Played at GIFT City During Commonwealth Games 2030?

Mar 19, 2026

The Commonwealth Games 2030 will be one of India’s biggest global sporting events, hosted across the Ahmedabad–Gandhinagar corridor. A key highlight is the involvement of GIFT City, which is expected to host select outdoor and modern sports events.

Let’s break down which sports are planned at GIFT City and what to expect.

Sports Planned at GIFT City

According to current planning and venue allocation, GIFT City will primarily host outdoor and dynamic sports, including:

🏃 Marathon (Road Race Events)

Long-distance running events are planned in and around GIFT City
Ideal due to wide roads and modern infrastructure
Expected to showcase the city’s skyline and urban design

🏐 Beach Volleyball

A temporary beach-style arena will likely be created
This sport is already shortlisted for the 2030 Games
Adds a vibrant, international vibe to the event

👉 These two sports are specifically linked with GIFT City as part of venue planning.

Confirmed Core Sports for 2030 (Across Ahmedabad-Gandhinagar)

While GIFT City will host selected events, the overall Games will feature 15–17 sports, including confirmed ones like:

Athletics (Track & Field)
Swimming
Table Tennis
Weightlifting & Para Powerlifting
Artistic Gymnastics
Netball
Boxing
Bowls
Additional Sports Likely to Be Included

Apart from confirmed sports, several optional sports are under consideration, such as:

Cricket (T20 format)
Hockey
Badminton
3x3 Basketball
Cycling
Shooting
Squash
Wrestling
Rugby Sevens
Triathlon

👉 Final selection will be completed closer to the event, but these are highly expected.

Why GIFT City is Selected as a Venue

GIFT City is being developed as a global financial and smart city hub, making it a perfect location for international events.

Key reasons:

World-class infrastructure
Planned urban layout
International branding opportunity
Close proximity to Ahmedabad

It also aligns with Gujarat’s vision to create a global sports and business ecosystem.

What Makes This Special

The 2030 Games will be unique because:

It marks the 100-year centenary of the Commonwealth Games
India hosts it after 20 years (last in 2010)
Integration of modern cities like GIFT City into sports venues

Final Thoughts

GIFT City will play a key role in the Commonwealth Games 2030 by hosting high-visibility outdoor events like marathon and beach volleyball. While most indoor and traditional sports will be held across Ahmedabad, GIFT City adds a modern, global dimension to the Games.

This not only boosts Gujarat’s global image but also positions the Ahmedabad–Gandhinagar region as a future hub for international sports events.