The International Cricket Council has announced equal prize money for men’s and women’s ICC events.
The decision to fix equal prize money for men and women was taken at the ICC annual conference in Durban, South Africa on Thursday.
According to a statement issued by the ICC, the teams will now receive equal prize money based on position in all events. Apart from this, the amount received for winning each match in the same events will also be the same.
In this regard, ICC Chairman Greg Barclay says, “This is a big moment in the history of our game and I am happy that now male and female cricketers will get equal rewards in ICC events.”
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He said that since 2017, we have focused on equal prize money and increased the prize money in women’s events every year, and from now on winning the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup will have the same prize money as the Men’s Cricket World Cup. Will win. This will happen in T20 and Under Nineteen World Cup as well.
Let us also tell here that the winning team in the 2020 and 2023 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup will get one million dollars and the final losers. The team was awarded $500,000, which is five times more than the prize money received in 2018.
Similarly, the prize money of the 2022 Women’s World Cup was $3.5 million, while the winning team of the same event in 2017 was given $2 million.
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**Interview with Sarah Thompson, Cricket Analyst and Advocate for Gender Equality in Sports**
**Editor**: Thank you for joining us today, Sarah. The International Cricket Council recently announced that it will provide equal prize money for men’s and women’s ICC events. What was your initial reaction to this decision?
**Sarah**: Thank you for having me. I was thrilled to hear the announcement! Equal prize money is a significant step towards gender parity in sports. It not only recognizes the hard work and talent of women cricketers but also sets a precedent for other sports organizations to follow.
**Editor**: The decision was made during the ICC annual conference in Durban. How impactful do you think this move will be in the long run?
**Sarah**: This move will have a tremendous impact. It enhances the visibility of women’s cricket and motivates young female athletes to pursue the sport professionally. Additionally, it sends a strong message about valuing women’s contributions equally, which can help change perceptions globally.
**Editor**: Some people argue that prize money should reflect the revenue generated by events. What’s your take on this?
**Sarah**: While that argument has been made, it overlooks the investment required to grow women’s sports. Equal prize money can stimulate interest and viewership in women’s events, ultimately leading to increased revenue. It’s about fostering a culture that values both men’s and women’s cricket and allowing time for it to develop.
**Editor**: How do you see this decision influencing sponsorship and marketing in women’s cricket?
**Sarah**: I believe it will attract more sponsors to women’s cricket, as companies will want to align themselves with a sport that is striving for equality and gaining recognition. As the profile of women’s cricket rises, we can expect better marketing strategies, more media coverage, and, hopefully, a larger fan base.
**Editor**: what do you think is the next step for the ICC in promoting gender equality in cricket?
**Sarah**: The ICC should focus on further investment in women’s cricket development programs, increasing the number of women’s tournaments, and ensuring equitable representation in decision-making roles within the organization. Building a strong foundation is vital for sustainable growth.
**Editor**: Thank you, Sarah, for sharing your insights on this important development in cricket.
**Sarah**: Thank you for having me! I’m excited to see how this will transform the landscape of cricket.
