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 are the potential implications of equal prize money on the development of women’s cricket globally?
**Interview with ICC Official on Equal Prize Money Announcement**
**Editor:** Thank you for joining us today. We have an exciting development in the world of cricket. The International Cricket Council has recently announced equal prize money for men’s and women’s ICC events. Joining us to discuss this pivotal decision is [Name], an official from the ICC. Welcome!
**ICC Official:** Thank you for having me! It’s great to be here.
**Editor:** Let’s get right into it. What was the motivation behind the ICC’s decision to implement equal prize money for both men’s and women’s cricket?
**ICC Official:** The decision reflects our commitment to promoting gender equality in the sport. We believe that cricket should be inclusive and that both men’s and women’s teams should receive equal recognition for their achievements. This move is a significant step toward ensuring fairness and supporting the growth of women’s cricket globally.
**Editor:** This decision was made at the ICC annual conference in Durban. What was the reaction among the teams and delegates present?
**ICC Official:** The response was overwhelmingly positive. Teams and delegates expressed their appreciation for this landmark decision. Many recognized that this change not only promotes equality but also encourages more young girls to aspire to play cricket. It’s a move that can inspire future generations.
**Editor:** How do you see this affecting the landscape of women’s cricket?
**ICC Official:** We expect this change will significantly elevate the profile of women’s cricket. Equal prize money can help increase sponsorship opportunities and investment in women’s teams. It will also raise awareness and interest among fans, which is crucial for the sustained growth of the sport.
**Editor:** Looking ahead, what are the ICC’s plans to further support women’s cricket in the coming years?
**ICC Official:** We’re committed to enhancing our investment in women’s cricket development programs, supporting domestic leagues, and providing additional resources to national teams. We also plan to prioritize broadcasting women’s events more prominently, allowing fans to engage with the sport like never before.
**Editor:** Thank you for sharing your insights with us today. This is truly a momentous decision for cricket.
**ICC Official:** Thank you for having me! We’re excited about the future of cricket and the positive impact this decision will make.