Looking ahead to 2026, the article highlights critical issues in Indian sports management, focusing on fan experiences and event organization. It details incidents of stampedes, chaos, and lack of basic amenities like water and clean facilities at various sporting events. The piece also touches upon the need for better event management, citing past fiascos like the 2010 Commonwealth Games and recent embarrassments at international championships, as India aims to host major future events like the 2030 Commonwealth Games and 2036 Olympics.