Explanation:

Correct answer is (d). If we read the two sentences, we shall observe that they are connected by the cause and effect relationship. Hence, ‘due to’ will be the perfect fit in the given context as it means that ‘for this reason’. Combing the two sentences the new sentence will be: Due to the popularity of cricket eating into the share of revenue of other sports in India for many years now, all other sports are suffering and India is not able to win medals in Olympics in all such sports. So, Option D is the correct choice among the given options