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 mention here that in the 2020 and 2023 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, the winning team was given one million dollars and the losing team was given five million dollars, which is five times more than the prize money received in 2018. is
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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How does the ICC plan to maintain and promote gender equality beyond just equalizing prize money for tournaments?
**Interview with ICC Spokesperson on Equal Prize Money Announcement**
**Interviewer:** Good morning, and thank you for joining us today. We’re excited to discuss the ICC’s groundbreaking decision to implement equal prize money for men’s and women’s events. Joining us is [Guest Name], an official representative from the International Cricket Council. Thank you for being here!
**Guest:** Good morning! Thank you for having me.
**Interviewer:** Let’s dive right in. Can you explain the significance of the ICC’s decision to equalize prize money for men’s and women’s tournaments?
**Guest:** Certainly! This decision marks an important milestone in promoting gender equality in sports, particularly in cricket. By ensuring equal prize money for both men’s and women’s events, we’re recognizing the value and hard work of all players, regardless of gender. It also sends a strong message that we’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment in cricket.
**Interviewer:** Historically, prize money has differed significantly between genders. What factors led to this pivotal change during the annual conference in Durban?
**Guest:** The decision was influenced by multiple factors, including the growing popularity of women’s cricket and the increased investment in women’s programs. During discussions at the conference, it became clear that aligning prize money would not only promote fairness but also help attract more fans and sponsors to the women’s game.
**Interviewer:** What feedback have you received from players and stakeholders regarding this decision?
**Guest:** The feedback has been overwhelmingly positive. Players from both men’s and women’s teams have expressed their support, emphasizing how this change validates their efforts and can inspire greater participation in the sport. Stakeholders and sponsors have also recognized that supporting equity in prize money is essential for the sport’s growth.
**Interviewer:** Looking ahead, how do you see this change impacting the future of cricket, particularly for young girls aspiring to play professionally?
**Guest:** We hope that this decision will inspire the next generation of female cricketers. Knowing that they will have equal opportunities can motivate them to pursue the sport at a higher level. As visibility increases and the women’s game continues to grow, we anticipate seeing even greater talent emerging.
**Interviewer:** Thank you so much for your insights, [Guest Name]. This is indeed an exciting time for cricket, and we look forward to seeing the positive impact of equal prize money in the future.
**Guest:** Thank you for having me. It’s an exciting time for cricket, and I appreciate the opportunity to discuss these important changes!
