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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What are the potential long-term effects of equal prize money on women’s cricket?
**Interview with Emma Roberts, Sports Analyst**
**Interviewer:** Welcome, Emma! Thank you for joining us today to discuss the ICC’s groundbreaking decision to implement equal prize money for men’s and women’s events.
**Emma Roberts:** Thank you for having me! This is a historic moment for cricket and for sports in general.
**Interviewer:** Indeed, it is! Can you tell us why this decision is so significant for the sport?
**Emma Roberts:** Absolutely. Equal prize money is a step towards greater gender equality in sports. It sends a powerful message that female athletes are valued equally to their male counterparts, which can inspire the next generation of cricketers. This change can help elevate women’s cricket, encouraging more visibility and support for the women’s game.
**Interviewer:** The decision was made during the ICC’s annual conference in Durban. What impact do you think this will have on women’s cricket specifically?
**Emma Roberts:** It will likely have a positive impact both on and off the field. With equal financial rewards, we might see increased investment in women’s programs, more sponsorship deals, and greater media coverage. This can lead to enhanced participation rates and can cultivate a stronger pipeline for female talent.
**Interviewer:** There has been a growing push for equal pay across many sports. Do you think other sports federations will follow in the ICC’s footsteps?
**Emma Roberts:** I hope so! The ICC’s decision sets a precedent that can inspire other sports organizations to rethink their pay structures. We’ve already seen movements in sports like soccer and tennis. This decision by the ICC could further amplify those discussions and encourage more equitable practices in various sports.
**Interviewer:** What do you think is the next step for both men’s and women’s cricket moving forward?
**Emma Roberts:** The next step will involve continuing to promote and invest in women’s cricket at all levels—grassroots, domestic, and international. It’s essential for both men’s and women’s cricket to grow together, creating an environment where talent is nurtured regardless of gender.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Emma, for your insights on this crucial topic. It will definitely be interesting to see how this decision unfolds in the coming years.
**Emma Roberts:** Thank you! I’m excited to see the positive changes it will bring to the world of cricket.
