SLC awards Women’s Team cash prize for Asia Cup victory
Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) has rewarded the National Women’s Cricket Team with USD 500,000 in recognition of their victory in the recently concluded Asia Cup T20 tournament.
“In recognition of the phenomenal victory of our Sri Lanka Women’s Cricket team in the Asia Cup 2024, Sri Lanka Cricket is thrilled to announce a reward of $500,000 USD! Your dedication, teamwork, and relentless spirit on the pitch have brought immense pride to our nation,” the SLC posted on ‘X’.
In a historic triumph, Sri Lanka Women clinched their first Asia Cup title after defeating defending champions India by 8 wickets in a thrilling final held at the Rangiri Dambulla International Stadium on Sunday. This victory not only secured the championship for Sri Lanka but also marked a significant achievement in the country’s women’s cricket.