In a landmark announcement, ICC has made it clear that the winners of the 2024 T20 Women’s World Cup will be receiving equal prize money as that of their men counterparts. Despite the decision being made public recently, the decision was taken in July at the ICC’s Annual Conference.

Next month's Women's T20 World Cup will offer a record total of $7.96 million in prize money, organising body the International Cricket Council (ICC) said on Tuesday.

The ICC has significantly increased the prize pool for the Women's T20 World Cup 2024, setting a new record at $7.958 million. This boost ensures that winners will receive $2.34 million, with prize money increases extending to all stages of the tournament,

The International Cricket Council (ICC) on Tuesday announced that the Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 will be the first ICC event where women will receive the same prize money as their male counterparts, marking a significant milestone in the sport’s history.

Fixtures for the ninth edition of the ICC Women's T20 World Cup, hosted by the United Arab Emirates, replacing Bangladesh.

Sharjah will also host the second semi-final on 18 October, alongside the Group A clash between India and Australia and England’s Group B meeting with South Africa.

The 23 matches at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 will be shared between two venues as 10 teams converge in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to compete for the trophy. The tournament will get underway at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium,