The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced the inaugural ICC Women’s Cricket Week to be held from 16 to 22 October. Notably, as part of the ICC’s continued commitment to promoting the women’s game, the first event will run alongside the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 in India.
Earlier this year, the ICC Women’s Cricket Committee and the Chief Executives Committee supported an initiative to promote women’s cricket by increasing its visibility and encouraging greater participation. The ICC aims to promote women’s cricket and increase opportunities for women in world cricket.
ICC launches inaugural Women’s Cricket Week to promote the game
The first ICC Women’s Cricket Week is scheduled to take place from 16-22 October. It is noteworthy that the Women’s Cricket World Cup is currently being held in India and Sri Lanka.
Australia Women, England Women and India Women are on top of the points table after winning their first two matches in the World Cup.
The initiative encourages national governing bodies to get involved in locally meaningful activities, providing a platform for visibility, recognition and equal opportunity for women cricketers.
Growing participation, viewership and exposure indicate that women’s cricket is being taken increasingly seriously, and as more countries join the movement, its global voice will continue to grow stronger.
A turning point for women’s cricket – Jay Shah
ICC Chairman Jay Shah hailed the launch of ICC Women’s Cricket Week and described it as a milestone for women’s cricket. Shah said the week celebrates players and inspires young girls, providing an opportunity for all ICC members to engage with and promote women’s cricket.
“This year has already proven to be a turning point for women’s cricket, with record-breaking crowds, historic performances and an unmistakable sense of momentum around the game,” Shah said.
He said, “The launch of ICC Women’s Cricket Week is another proud milestone, celebrating not only the players on the world stage, but every girl who picks up a bat or a ball dreams of what is possible. It gives our members, from full to associate, a meaningful opportunity to participate in the global narrative and shape the future of the women’s game in their communities.”
Full members join Women’s Cricket Week with exciting initiative
Many Full Member nations have already come forward with unique initiatives to promote women’s cricket. The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has been actively running recreational cricket programs to generate excitement for the tournament.
Cricket South Africa (CSA) will host a celebration at the former school of Proteas wicketkeeper Karabo Maceo, which will include interactive sessions, panel discussions and exhibition matches of former Proteas players. Meanwhile, New Zealand Cricket has included young girls through “mini World Cups”.
In addition to Full Members, more than 45 ICC Associate Members have also pledged to join the campaign, focusing on promoting grassroots engagement and development.
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