US EditionCricket bosses ban transgender women from female competitions
- Starting in May 2025, the governing body for cricket in England and Wales announced a ban on transgender women participating in women’s and girls’ cricket, allowing them to play only in open and mixed competitions.
- The decision followed a recent ruling by the UK’s highest court, which established that only individuals assigned female at birth are legally recognized as women, thereby excluding transgender women from that definition.
- The ECB said transgender women and girls can still play in open and mixed cricket while emphasizing their commitment to respect and inclusivity in the sport.
- The ECB announced an immediate ban on transgender women participating in women’s and girls’ cricket matches, stating that only individuals identified as female at birth are permitted to compete in these categories.
- The ban aligns with similar recent moves by England’s Football Association and sports worldwide, and the ECB said it will support those affected and await updated Equality and Human Rights Commission guidance.
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