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The ICC has announced a massive 297% increase in prize money for the 2025 Women's Cricket World Cup, totaling $13.88 million. This surpasses the 2023 Men's World Cup payout, signaling a major step towards gender pay parity. Winners will receive $4.48 million, a 239% jump from 2022.

American Cricket Enterprises (ACE) has strongly opposed USA Cricket's (USAC) decision to end their 50-year agreement, deeming it unlawful and a potential threat to cricket's growth in the US. ACE, having invested over $150 million in developing the sport, accuses USAC of acting on personal agendas.

Despite repeated warnings to fix governance issues, little or no progress has been made; Governing body expects USAC directors to resign ahead of annual conference or face sanctions

West Indies head coach Darren Sammy has been fined by the ICC (International Cricket Council) for openly criticising umpire Adrian Holdstock during the first Test against Australia in Barbados.

Rohit Sharma reminisces about India's triumphant ICC T20 World Cup 2024 victory, highlighting the thrilling final against South Africa and a tense, low-scoring match against Pakistan. He praises the team's resilience and the crucial performances of Bumrah, Arshdeep, and Pant. The victory ended a 17-year drought, creating unforgettable memories for the nation.