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Gender Equality in Cricket as Both Men and Women Get Equal Prize Money in ICC Tournaments

ICC Announces Equal Prize Money for Men & Women in WCs

ICC Announces Equal Prize Money for Men & Women in WCs, The International Cricket Council (ICC) made a groundbreaking announcement lately, declaring equal prize money for men and women in World Cups, starting with the Women’s T20 World Cup set to take place in the UAE next month. This move marks a significant step towards achieving gender equality in international cricket and reflects the growing recognition of women’s cricket on a global stage.

The decision to provide equal prize money was made during the ICC Annual Conference held in Durban, South Africa. The ICC’s goal was to achieve parity by 2030, but with this move, they have surpassed their timeline and taken a major step toward gender equality in cricket.

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Teams participating in both men’s and women’s World Cup events will now receive equal prize money not only for winning the tournament but also for securing similar positions and victories in matches during the event. This initiative is part of a broader plan by the ICC to continue driving the growth and popularity of women’s cricket, ensuring that female athletes are rewarded fairly for their performance on the world stage.

Equal Prize Money: A Historic Move

The ICC’s decision to introduce equal prize money for both men’s and women’s World Cups demonstrates a commitment to ensuring fairness and equity within the sport. The winners of the upcoming Women’s T20 World Cup will receive a whopping USD 2.34 million, a significant increase of 134 percent from the USD 1 million awarded to Australia when they claimed victory in South Africa in 2023. This increase in prize money not only benefits the winners but also reflects the overall growth of women’s cricket.

For comparison, the Indian men’s team, who won the T20 World Cup earlier this year, took home a prize of USD 2.45 million. With this new policy in place, if the Indian women’s team wins the upcoming T20 World Cup, they will be awarded the same amount, bringing equality to the forefront of the sport.

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Conclusion

The ICC’s announcement of equal prize money for men’s and women’s World Cups is a historic moment for the sport. It signifies progress towards gender equality and highlights the increasing importance of women’s cricket globally. This decision ensures that female cricketers are recognized and rewarded equally, setting the tone for a more inclusive future in cricket.

Abhinandan Krishnan
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