Over non-payment of T20 World Cup dues to players, ICC in talks with boards
The International Cricket Council (ICC) is in discussions with several national boards that have yet to pay players their prize money from the 2024 Twenty20 World Cup, sources told Reuters on Thursday. India won the tournament, defeating South Africa in the final, which was co-hosted by the U.S. and West Indies in June.
The World Cricketers’ Association (WCA) expressed concern in a statement on Wednesday, citing instances where non-payment of prize money was paired with “threatening and intimidatory behaviour” by some national governing bodies toward player groups. A source revealed that the ICC is addressing the Issue with five of the 20 participating boards to ensure timely payment to players.
WCA CEO Tom Moffat voiced alarm over the threats faced by players standing up for their rights, stating, “We are extremely concerned with a number of threats made against players who stand up for themselves and their colleagues.” He appreciated the ICC’s efforts in ensuring players receive their full entitlements and urged continued enforcement of these obligations.
The WCA’s statement followed its annual general meeting in Singapore, where it launched the Global Player Hardship Fund to support international cricketers lacking adequate financial safety nets. WCA head of welfare JP Van Wyk said the fund would assist vulnerable current and recently retired players without domestic support.