- The Winning countries are: Argentina, Brazil, Uganda and Vanuatu.
- They were selected as winners for their exceptional work and contribution to cricket through various programmes in 2020.
- Argentina: It was awarded under the category of ICC Development Initiative of the Year. The country attracted a local audience from South America to the crocket sport by launching courses related to coaching, umpiring and scoring in cricket in Spanish.
- Brazil: It was awarded under the category of 100% Cricket Female initiative of the Year. The nation developed women’s cricket game in South America by granting professional central contracts to the national women’s team.
- Vanuatu: It was awarded under ICC Digital Fan Engagement of the Year. The country provided live sessions of cricket to the fans during the pandemic situation when there was a Women’s T20 Grand final event.
- Uganda: It was awarded under the category of Cricket 4 Good Social Impact Initiative of the Year. The nation supported players, their families and volunteers by launching the COVID-19 relief programme.
- Static Part:
- HQ of ICC: Dubai, UAE
- Chairman of ICC: Greg Barclay
- CEO of ICC: Manu Sawhney
Question:
Q.1 Which country was announced as the global winner for ICC Development Awards 2020 under the category of ICC Development Initiative of the Year?
a. Nicaragua
b. Venezuela
c. Argentina
d. Uganda
a. Nicaragua
b. Venezuela
c. Argentina
d. Uganda
