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 impact do you believe equal prize money will have on the future of women’s cricket?
**Interview with Jane Smith, Cricket Analyst and Advocate for Gender Equality in Sports**
**Host:** Thank you for joining us today, Jane! The International Cricket Council’s recent announcement regarding equal prize money for men’s and women’s ICC events is a significant milestone. What are your thoughts on this decision?
**Jane Smith:** Thank you for having me! This is a groundbreaking decision for cricket and a powerful statement for gender equality in sports. Equal prize money is crucial not only for recognition but also for encouraging investment in women’s cricket. It shows that the ICC values both men’s and women’s contributions equally.
**Host:** The announcement was made during the ICC’s annual conference in Durban. How do you think this will impact the participation and viewership of women’s cricket?
**Jane Smith:** I believe this will have a positive ripple effect. Equal prize money can attract more players to the sport and inspire young girls to pursue cricket professionally. It also sends a strong message to fans and sponsors, potentially increasing viewership and investment in women’s cricket, which has been growing steadily over the past few years.
**Host:** The ICC stated that teams will receive equal prize money based on their position in the tournament. How important is it for women’s teams to gain visibility through events like these?
**Jane Smith:** Visibility is extremely important. When women’s teams are showcased alongside men’s teams with the same rewards and recognition, it elevates their status in the sport. Plus, it allows them to gain the attention they deserve from media, sponsors, and audiences globally. It’s all about creating a level playing field.
**Host:** what would you like to see next in terms of gender equality in cricket?
**Jane Smith:** I hope to see ongoing initiatives that promote women’s cricket at grassroots levels as well as increased media coverage of women’s matches. Furthermore, it would be great to see similar adjustments in leagues and domestic competitions. Equal prize money is a fantastic start, but we also need a comprehensive approach to support women in cricket.
**Host:** Thank you so much for your insights, Jane. It’s an exciting time for cricket, and we look forward to seeing how this decision shapes the future of the sport.
**Jane Smith:** Thank you for having me! I’m optimistic about the changes ahead.
