The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has been working tirelessly to bring the Women’s Indian Premier League to the forefront of the cricketing world. And with Viacom 18 snagging the media rights for an astounding INR 951 crore, the Women’s IPL is now the second-most expensive women’s sporting league on the planet, second only to the Women’s NBA. But it’s not just about the money, folks.
This tournament is a celebration of women’s cricket, not just in India, but around the world. And speaking of celebrations, the prize money for the players is set at a whopping INR 10 crore, with the champions taking home INR 6 crore. That’s right, the Women’s IPL is not just a game, it’s a festival, and it’s a step towards the growth and development of women’s cricket in India and beyond.
With the tournament set to commence in March, after the conclusion of the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup, and several existing IPL teams showing interest in owning a women’s team, the first-ever Women’s IPL is set to be a five-team tournament, and it’s going to be bigger and better than ever before. So, gear up folks, because the Women’s IPL is here, and it’s here to stay
