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“This is fantastic news, and we acknowledge the ICC’s show of faith in South Africa, and our vision and desire to work collaboratively to host this momentous event. The U19 Women’s World Cup has been eagerly anticipated by cricket fans and following COVID-19 delays, we are delighted to finally welcome the rising stars of the future onto our shores for what will be an exciting, lesson-filled, and potentially life-changing event.”
Pholetsi Moseki
Chief Executive Officer
Cricket South Africa
“This is a watershed moment for the game of cricket, including for the growth of women’s cricket in the world and in South Africa. After the tremendous success of the senior Women’s World Cup in New Zealand this year and the general excitement and interest around the game, it is also important to shine a light on the next generation to ensure sustainability of the sport amongst aspiring girls and women everywhere.”
Lawson Naidoo
Board Chairperson
Cricket South Africa
(on ICC awarding the rights to South Africa to host the inaugural ICC Women’s under-19 T20 World Cup tournament in January 2023)
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