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 Barkley 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 been focusing on equal prize money and increasing 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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**Interview with Jane Doe, Sports Analyst and Gender Equality Activist**
**Interviewer:** Welcome, Jane! Thanks for joining us today. The International Cricket Council recently announced equal prize money for men’s and women’s events. What are your thoughts on this groundbreaking decision?
**Jane Doe:** Thank you for having me! I believe this is a monumental step toward achieving gender equality in sports. For too long, women’s cricket, despite its growing popularity and talent, was significantly undervalued. This decision by the ICC sends a powerful message that women’s sports are just as important as their male counterparts.
**Interviewer:** That’s a great point! Why do you think the ICC decided to implement this policy now?
**Jane Doe:** I think there’s been increasing pressure from fans, players, and advocates calling for equal treatment. The rise of visibility for women’s sports, especially after events like the women’s World Cup, has shown that there’s a strong fan base. The ICC is recognizing this shift in perspective and responding by leveling the playing field.
**Interviewer:** How might this change impact women’s cricket moving forward?
**Jane Doe:** Equal prize money can significantly increase the legitimacy of women’s cricket. It can attract more sponsors, enhance media coverage, and encourage young girls to participate in the sport. Ultimately, it helps to professionalize women’s cricket, leading to a more competitive environment that can only benefit the sport as a whole.
**Interviewer:** In your opinion, what should be the next steps for the ICC to further promote gender equality in cricket?
**Jane Doe:** Beyond prize money, the ICC needs to focus on resource allocation, investment in grassroots programs, and ensuring equal opportunities for players in terms of facilities and marketing. It’s also essential to highlight women’s cricket more prominently on global platforms to sustain interest and support.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Jane! Your insights on this important topic are invaluable. It’s exciting to see these changes unfold in cricket.
**Jane Doe:** Thank you! It’s a thrilling time for women’s sports, and I’m optimistic about what the future holds.