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 motivated the ICC to make the decision for equal prize money in cricket?
**Interview with ICC Spokesperson on Equal Prize Money Announcement**
**Host:** Welcome back to our show. Today, we have the privilege of speaking with [Guest Name], a spokesperson for the International Cricket Council. Welcome to the program!
**Guest:** Thank you for having me! It’s great to be here.
**Host:** Let’s get right into it. The ICC has just announced equal prize money for men’s and women’s events. Can you elaborate on how this decision came about?
**Guest:** Absolutely. This decision was made during the ICC annual conference held in Durban, South Africa. Our goal has always been to promote gender equality in cricket, and this announcement is a significant step forward. We believe that both men’s and women’s games deserve equal recognition and rewards, and this is a reflection of that commitment.
**Host:** That’s fantastic to hear! How will this equal prize money system be implemented across different tournaments?
**Guest:** The implementation will be straightforward. Moving forward, all prize money will be standardized based on the positions teams finish in respective tournaments, whether it’s a men’s or women’s event. This means that the winners, runners-up, and all the way down the standings will receive the same prize money. We feel this approach not only promotes fairness but also encourages investment in women’s cricket.
**Host:** There has been quite a conversation about equal pay in sports in general. What impact do you think this announcement will have on women’s cricket and the sport as a whole?
**Guest:** This is a monumental moment for women’s cricket. By ensuring equal prize money, we hope to inspire more girls to take up the sport, increase participation, and bring greater visibility to women’s cricket. It sets a standard for other sports and organizations to follow, and we anticipate it will also attract more sponsors and investment in women’s leagues and tournaments.
**Host:** That sounds promising. What message do you hope this sends to fans and players of both genders?
**Guest:** We want to send a message of unity, respect, and recognition. Cricket is a sport for everyone, and by ensuring equal prize money, we affirm that both men’s and women’s achievements are equally valued. We invite all fans to rally behind their teams, regardless of gender, and celebrate the incredible talent and skill present in both men’s and women’s cricket.
**Host:** Thank you, [Guest Name], for sharing this exciting news with us. We look forward to seeing how this impacts the future of cricket!
**Guest:** Thank you for having me. It was my pleasure to share this news with you and your audience!
