It is time for CWI to receive their due share now that the global game is operating on a more stable financial foundation: Lloyd Clive

After being awarded the highest honour in the region, the Order of the Caribbean Community in Grenada, Sir Clive Lloyd demanded an immediate change in the global revenue distribution paradigm and emphasised the urgency of addressing financial inequality.

The two-time World Cup winning captain addressed the divisive topic of the revenue distribution mechanism, emphasising that there were no special cash prizes set aside for the regional board, even in the heydays of the West Indian squad in his age and beyond. He stressed that the Windies should receive their fair part, particularly given that the international game has a stronger financial base.

According to Barbados Today, which was cited by, Lloyd stated, “It is time for the Windies to get their fair share now that the global game is on a sounder fiscal footing.”

He added that they didn’t look for more money while they were at their best. But after hearing about the unfair allocation of funds by the International Cricket Council—that is, the fact that India, Australia, and England were getting more than twice as much as the West Indian boards—he asked why this difference existed.

“We never requested any additional funding throughout the years we were in our ascendancy. However, I’ve now learnt that when money is distributed at the ICC, England gets $180 million, Australia gets $180 million, India gets $180 million, and we get $80 million. Where do they acquire this discrepancy, I wonder? He asked.

Send ten to twelve eligible individuals: Lloyd Clive

Along with drawing a comparison between the past and present, the former West Indian also discussed how public opinion and ICC officials’ viewpoints have changed as a result of West Indies cricket’s success. He brought attention to the authorities’ vested interests, which had a negative impact on their circumstances. He demanded swift action and supported sending a delegation to the ICC with the necessary power and influence to formally appeal, saying that the West Indies did deserve some leniency from the court.

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We were doing two winter tours because everyone wanted to play when we were in the lead. For these guys, we were the money maker. However, no one is pointing out that the West Indies do require assistance now that we may be in a bit of a slump. Furthermore, I believe it’s past time for our board members to give the ICC a special call. Send ten or twelve people who we know have the necessary extra push, along with the knowledge that we require special dispensation,” Lloyd said.