Conflict has remained at the centre-stage of international relations across various epochs of global history. However, the attempt to reduce conflicts has also been a constant. In the myriads of tools and mechanisms that have emerged to reduce possibilities of conflict, sports stands out. Diplomacy is practised through sports and sports events facilitate dialogue and cooperation among countries. International sports events also promote cross-cultural understandings, contributing to people-to-people contacts. Hosting major sports events also boost tourism and economic growth, while enhancing national prestige.