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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“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 ICC Women The prize money for winning the Cricket World Cup will be the same as for winning the Men’s Cricket World Cup. 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 do you believe equal prize money for men’s and women’s cricket will influence the future of gender equality in sports as a whole?
**Interview with Sarah Johnson, Sports Analyst and Advocate for Gender Equality in Sports**
**Interviewer:** Thank you for joining us today, Sarah. There’s been a significant development in cricket regarding prize money. The International Cricket Council has announced equal prize money for men’s and women’s ICC events. What are your initial thoughts on this decision?
**Sarah Johnson:** It’s a landmark decision and a long-awaited step towards gender equality in sports. For years, we’ve seen disparities in how female athletes are rewarded compared to their male counterparts, not just in cricket but across various sports. The ICC’s move to ensure equal prize money is not only fair but also sends a powerful message about valuing women’s contributions equally.
**Interviewer:** The announcement was made at the ICC annual conference in Durban. What do you think the impact of this decision will be on women’s cricket specifically?
**Sarah Johnson:** This change is likely to boost the visibility of women’s cricket significantly. Equal prize money can encourage more sponsorships and investments in women’s leagues and tournaments, which have been historically underfunded. It can also inspire young female athletes, knowing that they will receive the same recognition and rewards as their male peers. This could accelerate the growth of the women’s game globally.
**Interviewer:** For many, the announcement has come as a pleasant surprise, especially considering the efforts that have been made over the years to bridge the gap. How do you see this evolving in the future?
**Sarah Johnson:** The ICC has been increasingly focused on women’s events since 2017, gradually raising prize money and emphasizing equality [[1](https://www.skysports.com/cricket/news/12123/12920470/international-cricket-council-equal-prize-money-announced-for-men-s-and-women-s-teams-at-tournaments)]. I believe we will see a continued commitment to this equality moving forward. If maintained, this will not only enhance the competitive landscape but also inspire a culture of respect and equality in sports.
**Interviewer:** What challenges do you think lie ahead in implementing this equality consistently across all sports?
**Sarah Johnson:** While this decision is fantastic, challenges remain. We need to ensure that this isn’t just a one-time announcement but part of a sustained commitment to equality. The focus should also extend beyond prize money to include issues like funding, media representation, and access to facilities for women athletes. Only when these areas are addressed will we see true equality in sports.
**Interviewer:** Thank you, Sarah, for sharing your insights. It’s inspiring to see progress being made towards equality in cricket.
**Sarah Johnson:** Thank you for having me. Let’s hope this is just the beginning of a much larger movement towards equality in sports!