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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**Interview with Sarah Thompson, Sports Analyst, on ICC’s Decision for Equal Prize Money**
**Interviewer**: Thank you for joining us today, Sarah. The International Cricket Council recently announced equal prize money for men’s and women’s events. What are your thoughts on this landmark decision?
**Sarah Thompson**: Thank you for having me. This is a historic moment for cricket and for sports in general. Equal prize money signals a significant step towards gender equality in athletics. It not only recognizes the achievements of women’s teams but also emphasizes that both genders deserve equal recognition for their hard work and talent.
**Interviewer**: The decision was made during the ICC annual conference in Durban. How do you think this change will impact the future of women’s cricket?
**Sarah Thompson**: It will have a profound impact. By providing equal prize money, the ICC is encouraging more investment in women’s cricket at all levels. It can attract new talent, increase sponsorship opportunities, and enhance visibility in the media. This will ultimately lead to more competitive and popular women’s tournaments, which is something we’ve already seen starting to happen.
**Interviewer**: Critics often argue that prize money should be based on revenue generated. How do you respond to that perspective?
**Sarah Thompson**: While revenue generation is important, it shouldn’t be the only factor in determining prize money. Women’s sports have historically been underfunded and less promoted, which affects earnings. This decision helps level the playing field, allowing women’s sports to flourish without being solely reliant on past revenue figures. It’s an investment in the future of cricket as a whole.
**Interviewer**: What message do you think this sends to young athletes, particularly young women, who aspire to play cricket?
**Sarah Thompson**: This sends a powerful message that women’s cricket is valued and that aspiring young female athletes have a place in the sport. It inspires confidence in young players, showing them that their efforts and dreams are equally important. We need more role models in sports, and this move by the ICC helps create an environment where those role models can emerge.
**Interviewer**: what do you think the next steps should be for the ICC and other sporting organizations in promoting equality in sports?
**Sarah Thompson**: Continued advocacy for equal treatment in all aspects of sports is crucial. This includes equal media coverage, access to facilities, and investment in grassroots programs. Organizations like the ICC should lead by example, promoting women’s cricket actively and ensuring that parity is not just about prize money but extends to all areas of the game.
**Interviewer**: Thank you, Sarah, for sharing your insights on this important topic.
**Sarah Thompson**: Thank you for having me! It’s an exciting time for cricket, and I’m looking forward to seeing how this decision unfolds in the coming years.
