The International Cricket Council (ICC) mandated that prize money for men’s and women’s teams in ICC events be equal. The ICC’s Chairman has given this big announcement to advance gender equality in cricket.
The decision was taken in Durban, South Africa, at the ICC Annual Conference. This represents a significant turning point in the sport’s history and demonstrates the ICC’s dedication to appreciating and respecting the efforts of every player equally.
ICC Chair Greg Barclay expressed his delight at this significant moment for the sport, stating that men’s and women’s cricketers competing at ICC global events will now be rewarded equally. He emphasized that cricket truly encompasses everyone and that this decision from the ICC Board underscores the organization’s commitment to celebrating and valuing the contributions of every individual involved in the game.
ICC Chair Greg Barclay said, “This is a significant moment in the history of our sport, and I am delighted that men’s and women’s cricketers competing at ICC global events will now be rewarded equally. Cricket is genuinely a sport for all, and this decision from the ICC Board reinforces that and enables us to celebrate and value every single player’s contribution to the game equally.”
This move has received widespread acclaim, with legendary cricketer Sachin Tendulkar praising the ICC for its initiative. Tendulkar commended the decision as a brilliant move toward bringing parity between men’s and women’s teams at ICC events. He described it as a significant moment for cricket, representing a major step toward gender equality. Tendulkar expressed his hope that the sport will continue to inspire and empower generations through its commitment to equality.
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Sachin Tendulkar lauded the “Brilliant initiative by @ICC to bring parity in men’s and women’s teams at ICC events. This is a significant moment for our beloved sport, marking a major step towards gender equality. Let’s continue to inspire and empower generations through cricket.”
Brilliant initiative by @ICC to bring parity in men's and women's teams at ICC events. This is a significant moment for our beloved sport, marking a major step towards gender equality. Let's continue to inspire and empower generations through cricket!
— Sachin Tendulkar (@sachin_rt) July 14, 2023
