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 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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**Interview with Sarah Thompson, Gender Equality Advocate in Sports**
**Editor**: Thank you for joining us today, Sarah. The recent announcement from the International Cricket Council (ICC) regarding equal prize money for men’s and women’s events marks a significant milestone in sports. What are your initial thoughts on this decision?
**Sarah Thompson**: Thank you for having me! I think this is a groundbreaking move that sets a positive precedent for sports across the globe. Equal prize money is not just about fairness; it’s a recognition of the hard work and dedication of female athletes. It’s a step towards correcting long-standing inequities in the sports industry.
**Editor**: Absolutely. The decision was made during the ICC’s annual conference in Durban. How do you believe this shift in policy will impact the visibility and support for women’s cricket?
**Sarah Thompson**: Equal prize money can significantly increase the visibility of women’s cricket. It sends a message that women’s sports are just as valuable and deserving of investment as men’s. This could lead to increased sponsorship and funding opportunities for women’s teams, which is crucial for their growth and development.
**Editor**: In light of this decision, do you see parallels with other sports? For example, Billie Jean King’s advocacy for equal pay in tennis?
**Sarah Thompson**: Definitely. Billie Jean King’s efforts in tennis are a prime example of how individual voices can spark significant change. After the US Open’s equal pay move in 1973, other tournaments slowly started to follow suit. The ICC’s decision shows that progress can happen when organizations prioritize equity. It illustrates how the fight for equal treatment can lead to meaningful policy changes across different sports [[1](https://www.history.com/news/billie-jean-king-equal-pay-for-play)].
**Editor**: Looking ahead, what challenges do you think still lie ahead for achieving equality in sports?
**Sarah Thompson**: While this is an excellent step forward, challenges remain. We must continue to advocate for equal representation in leadership positions within sports organizations, as well as equitable coverage in media. There’s also the need for sustained investment in women’s programs at all levels—from grassroots to professional. But with momentum on our side, I believe we can overcome these obstacles.
**Editor**: Thank you, Sarah. It’s inspiring to hear your insights. Let’s hope this decision by the ICC inspires other governing bodies in sports to take similar actions for equality.
**Sarah Thompson**: Thank you for having me! I’m optimistic about the future of women’s sports and the impact of these decisions.