World Cricketers’ Association Calls for ICC Economic Model Reform to Ensure Fair Revenue Distribution
The World Cricketers’ Association (WCA) has urged the International Cricket Council (ICC) to reform its economic model to enhance the sport’s future. Representing international players from top cricketing nations, the WCA has raised concerns about the current revenue distribution, which heavily favors the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). Under the revised model implemented in 2023, the BCCI is set to receive $230 million annually from 2024 to 2027, accounting for approximately 38.5% of ICC’s total earnings.
The WCA proposes reducing BCCI’s share to 10%, arguing that such a change would create a more equitable financial landscape. Their analysis indicates that 70% of ICC’s revenue is generated within just three months each year, with the “Big Three” (India, England, and Australia) receiving 83% of total revenue.
Additionally, the WCA advocates for an independent global body to modernize cricket governance and a promotion-relegation system across all formats. They believe optimizing the cricket calendar could increase ICC’s revenue by $600 million annually. As discussions continue, the WCA hopes these reforms will ensure a sustainable future for international cricket beyond just a few dominant nations.