Save the Date

The FairBreak book launch is scheduled for Sat 4th Feb at 10 am in the Bradman Room at Manuka Oval. There will be a morning tea followed by a FairBreak XI v ACT XI cricket match. The FairBreak XI team will be made up of fourteen players from twelve different nations.

This book is about a social impact movement striving for equality. Author, Karen Motyka, has given voice to the perspectives of Martyn and the people who have driven the movement forward; the FairBreak management team, the global superstars of women’s cricket, and high-profile advocates. Each one of them is a #fairbreaker. 

This is a celebration of their effort.

“FairBreak has recognised the commercial value of women’s cricket when others have not. 

In doing so, FairBreak has created new opportunities for women to reach their full potential in our great game. Associate nations players, now more than ever, can dream of taking on the best in the world on the biggest stage. Geography and gender are no longer barriers to becoming a professional cricketer.”

Alex Blackwell former Australian Women’s Cricket Captain

“In a time where sports (cricket) are becoming commercial and more competitive, FairBreak keeps the essence of sports alive. It is almost healing to be part of a movement that celebrates anyone who enjoys the sport.

The most impressive part is that they are doing all this while keeping the pure sports ethos intact.”

Sana Mir former Pakistan Women’s Cricket Captain.

Formal invitations will be sent closer to the day, so please note Saturday the 4th of FEB in your diary.

We look forward to your attendance and an enjoyable day of conversation, cricket, and celebration.

2022-10-25T07:17:32-04:00October 25th, 2022|News|
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MEDIA RELEASE: FAIRBREAK GLOBAL EXTENDS WITH MARRON MEDIA AS GLOBAL MEDIA RIGHTS CONSULTANT

MEDIA RELEASE

FAIRBREAK GLOBAL EXTENDS WITH MARRON MEDIA AS GLOBAL MEDIA RIGHTS CONSULTANT

FairBreak Global has extended its association with Marron Media, as its broadcast advisory and Global Media Rights Consultant to the highly successful FairBreak Invitational calendar of events.

With the next televised tournament planned for April 2023, in Hong Kong, FairBreak promises to build on the tremendous and ground-breaking event played in Dubai in May 2022, by continuing to unearth the world’s most talented female cricketers and provide them with a global platform to shine.

Televised by 14 broadcasters in over 140 territories, the FairBreak Invitational Dubai 2022 took the cricketing world by storm with media commentators and players alike, hailing the tournament as “incredible, “thrilling” and as “re-imagining cricket for the better”.

Marron Media will again be tasked with attracting a stellar line up of international broadcasters with the aim of broadening the reach and revenues.

Lara Richards, Co-Founder of Marron Media, said: “It is an exciting prospect to better the syndication of the FairBreak Invitational Dubai 2022 and one we take on with enormous enthusiasm.

Broadcast interest and engagement for the last edition was phenomenal and the unique selling point that FairBreak Invitationals hold, is that no two tournaments are ever going to be the same, as they continually seek out new talent which would previously have gone unseen.

We as an agency, will be seeking out partners, old and new, and maximising distribution to ensure as many fans as possible worldwide have access to the event; be in through means of live, catch up, clips or documentary coverage.”

Shaun Martyn, Founder of FairBreak Global, said: “Broadcast syndication is a pivotal element of FairBreak’s entire strategy, and the bigger and better the response from broadcasters, the bigger and better our plans can be in future.

With future events to be announced and a calendar of excellent content available to broadcasters from April next year, our events and endeavours will make for a very exciting space for broadcasters to be involved in.”

For more information, contact: lara@marronmedia.com.au

2022-10-18T20:51:52-04:00October 16th, 2022|News|
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NEWS ALERT: Cricket Hong Kong and FairBreak adjusts dates for FairBreak Invitational T20

15 August 2022

Cricket Hong Kong is excited to announce revised dates for the FairBreak Invitational T20 which will be held in Hong Kong from April 3rd till April 16th 2023.

The inaugural event took place in Dubai in May 2022 and saw 6 teams made up of 90 players from 35 countries compete in a 12 day event. The event had unprecedented coverage and was broadcast to 141 territories.  The global viewing audience has been estimated at between 30-40 million.

The 2023 event hopes to build on the first edition’s success with world class cricket that promotes equality and provides a platform for female players from all corners of the cricketing world to showcase their skills on the global stage.

Hong Kong will provide a vibrant and unique backdrop for the event that will provide an experience like no other for players and fans alike.

Burji Shroff, chairman of Cricket Hong Kong said, “In light of the increase in opportunities for female players around the world and in consultation with players, partners and sponsors, we have decided to move the dates of the FairBreak Invitational 2023 from March to April 2023. This time period will enable us to continue to host a world class event that better ensures the participation of players from across the world.”

FairBreak founder Shaun Martyn said, “From our inception it has been FairBreak’s mission to maximise opportunities for women and to level the playing field with regards to pay and conditions and to increase the opportunities for women from every country to play cricket.

“We are looking forward to the next edition of FairBreak and hope again to invite players from all cricket playing nations”, added Burji Shroff.

Further updates will be announced via Cricket Hong Kong and FairBreak Global’s website and social media in the coming months.

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About Cricket Hong Kong: Cricket Hong Kong is the National Governing Body for Cricket in Hong Kong. Established as the Hong Kong Cricket Association in 1968, CHK is Hong Kong’s representative at the International Cricket Council and is an associate member having been admitted as a member of that body since 1969. It is also a member of the Asian Cricket Council. www.hkcricket.org

About FairBreak Invitational T20: A two-week T20 Cricket tournament featuring stars of the sport from over 30 countries. The biggest names in women’s cricket will come together for a world class tournament whilst also undertaking a wide range of community outreach events. As well as world class cricket, at its core the event delivers on the ambition to create a global platform promoting gender equality.

About FairBreak Global: FairBreak Global is an organisation that aims to create opportunities in sport, business, media, arts and education to achieve gender equality on a truly global scale. We envision a world where people have fair and equal access to opportunities that enable them to succeed in their chosen endeavour, independent of gender or geographical location. Our mission is to progress gender equality and equity on a truly global scale, using cricket as our primary vehicle to launch FairBreak. https://fairbreak.net @FairBreakGlobal

 

2022-08-15T19:27:59-04:00August 15th, 2022|News|
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FairBreak Global announces 2022 Tour of England and Scotland

England venues include Arundel Castle and Wormsley, and a three-game series against
Scotland

Sydney, Australia December 8th , 2021 –FairBreak Global, is proud to announce a tour of England and Scotland in August 2022. A FairBreak XI will embark on a 10-game tour including a three-game series against Scotland. This will follow the FairBreak Invitational in Hong Kong in May 2022.

The Tour will visit the historic grounds of Wormsley, home to the Sir Paul Getty XI, and the spectacular Arundel Castle ground in the Sussex countryside. The Tour also sees the FairBreak XI take on Scotland in a three-game series.

“This will be the third time we have played the Sir Paul Getty XI at Wormsley, and we are delighted to be invited to play the Duke of Norfolk’s XI at Arundel Castle,” says Shaun Martyn, FairBreak Founder.

“The three-game series against Scotland really takes the FairBreak movement to another level. To play a series against a national team is exciting for everyone. I’m sure there will be players from all around the world wanting to take part in this opportunity.”

James Rufey, Chief Operating Officer & Secretary at Friends of Arundel Castle Cricket Club says, “We are delighted to welcome the FairBreak XI to Arundel for what promises to be a wonderful occasion. Arundel Castle Cricket Club believes in the power of cricket to inspire, so we are very supportive of the FairBreak movement and look forward to hosting them next summer.”

Alistair Cane, Head of Cricket Development at Wormsley says, “In 2018, Charlotte Edwards, CBE, captained the inaugural Sir Paul Getty Women’s XI against a FairBreak XI in a world record game which saw players from 14 nations join together in a spectacle of Cricket. FairBreak’s mission to progress gender equality and equity is closely aligned with the objectives of the Sir Paul Getty Cricket Legacy to use cricket to broaden the opportunity for all.

FairBreak will always have a special place in the history of Cricket at Wormsley and so we are delighted to welcome Shaun and the wider FairBreak family back to Wormsley, with the series perfectly balanced at 1-1!!”

Sue Strachan, Cricket Scotland President says, “We would like to thank the FairBreak Global Team for
making time in their plans to travel to Scotland as part of their 2022 UK Tour. For our Scotland
Women’s team to play them in this mini-series at home in Scotland is really exciting. This is a great
opportunity for us to showcase women’s cricket in Scotland, inspire a new generation of players and
to support progress towards gender equality in global sport.”

2022-08-12T13:29:29-04:00August 12th, 2022|News|
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Inclusion, Exclusion, Diversity, Equality…. They are just words. It’s actions that count!

– Shaun Martyn, FairBreak Founder

I’ve followed the Manly RL club fiasco this week and can’t remain silent. I can’t remain silent because we have been living the inclusion, opportunity, diversity brief at FairBreak every day, for years.

We just had 90 players from 35 countries compete in a tournament in Dubai celebrating the diversity and inclusiveness of cricket. This was the first time anything has been staged of this magnitude in a team sport.

Broadcast to 141 countries and seen by 30-40mill. Check out the response by players and viewers if you don’t believe me on our website www.fairbreak.net or social channels @fairbreakglobal.

I have no idea how many religions were represented across all the players, officials and management as it doesn’t influence any decision about who is involved.

This week we have seen what should have been a celebration of the outstanding contributions women make to Rugby League in Australia.

Instead, we got one of the most mismanaged debacles I have witnessed from a marketing and messaging perspective in sport. Whoever is responsible at Manly should be shown the door if they haven’t been already.

The hypocrisy just screams out. In a ‘Women in League’ round we object to something on religious grounds but are happy to have a betting sponsor on our kit and play in a stadium named after an alcohol brand. Gambling and alcohol are two of the biggest issues in family dislocation and domestic violence! Can someone please sit the players down and explain that to them.

Q: How come they don’t refuse to play because of those issues?

A: Betting and Alcohol pay their salaries.

The sooner we have ‘pure sport’ across all sport the better for everyone regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, religion or ethnicity.

Sport is supposed to be a celebration of the ‘best’ in all of us. Something we should remind ourselves of everyday.

Image thanks to Clay Banks on Unsplash

 

 

2022-07-29T14:18:20-04:00July 29th, 2022|News|
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MEDIA ALERT: BYD AND EVDIRECT.COM.AU ANNOUNCED AS VEHICLE PARTNER AND SPONSOR FOR SDG FAIRBREAK INVITATIONAL T20

MEDIA ALERT

BYD + EVDIRECT.COM.AU ANNOUNCED AS VEHICLE PARTNER AND SPONSOR FOR SDG FAIRBREAK INVITATIONAL T20 

Sydney, Australia (10th May, 2022) – FairBreak Global is thrilled to announce BYD and EVDirect.com.au as vehicle partner and sponsor of the SDG FairBreak Invitational T20 tournament in Dubai from 1 – 15 May, 2022.

Build Your Dreams (BYD) is at the vanguard of the renewable energy revolution across the globe, developing green products such as solar farms, battery energy storage stations, electric vehicles, and LED technology. BYD is also the innovative and independent global automobile brand leading the field of electric vehicles (EVs) with unique technologies.

In 2021, BYD signalled their entry into European car markets by delivering one hundred pure-electric, 100% emissions-free SUVs to Norway, while thousands of BYD e-buses have been distributed to and are operating in cities on all continents except Antarctica. An exciting range of six high-quality BYD EV models will be offered to Australian car buyers by 2023.

EVDirect.com.au is the official distributor of BYD electric vehicles in Australia and recently unveiled plans to begin selling BYD’s high-quality range of EVs to customers in Australia. EVDirect.com.au does not rely on the traditional dealership model, which means EVs can be purchased at far more price competitive rates than currently available. The roll out of BYD Experience Centres started in February 2022 at Darlinghurst in Sydney where customers can test drive and order the very latest in these new energy passenger vehicles.

“Our mission is to change the world by creating opportunities that progress gender equality using cricket as our primary vehicle. Build your Dreams is changing the world by creating vehicles using sustainable technology,” says Shaun Martyn, founder of FairBreak.

“We look forward to a long association with BYD and EVDirect.com.au. They join us and our title sponsor, SDG Impact Fund, in pushing for a better, greener, and more equitable life for everyone on the planet,” he states.

EVDirect.com.au Managing Director, Luke Todd, says, “We are delighted to be part of the FairBreak journey. As a vehicle partner and sponsor, we endorse an equitable playing field for all and underscore it with the BYD ethos: it’s not only what you drive, it’s the way you live.”

SDG Impact Fund is the title sponsor of the FairBreak Invitational T20 Tournament currently being hosted in Dubai in conjunction with Cricket Hong Kong.

 

 

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2022-05-10T09:20:29-04:00May 10th, 2022|News|
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MEDIA ALERT: EVCRYPTO.COM ANNOUNCED AS PARTNER FOR THE FAIRBREAK EFFECT NFT PROJECT

MEDIA ALERT

COUNT DOWN TO THE DROP… EVCRYPTO.COM ANNOUNCED AS PARTNER FOR

THE FAIRBREAK EFFECT NFT PROJECT

 

Sydney, Australia (7th May 2022) – The FairBreak Effect NFT Project, a ground-breaking cryptographic venture in digital membership and player collectibles, has been launched with EVCRYPTO.COM announced as the sponsorship partner.

The FairBreak Effect is an NFT project supporting the world’s leading female cricket players currently competing in the FairBreak Invitational 2022 at the Dubai Cricket Ground. Purchasers of the NFTs gain a membership granting them exclusive access to the players, competitions, giveaways, and future events. Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) are cryptographic assets on a blockchain with unique identification codes and metadata that distinguish them from each other.

The NFT Drop is scheduled for Tuesday, the 10th of May. This is when women’s cricket supporters can purchase digital collectible player cards for some of the finest female cricketers in the world, and exciting undiscovered cricketing talent will be revealed in real time.

“This initiative is unprecedented in women’s cricket. The FairBreak Effect NFT Project connects players with global cricket audiences in a unique way. It’s a premium standard of team and player brand that can be built upon with blockchain technology” says Shaun Martyn, FairBreak’s founder. “By implementing Discord as our communication channel, we are advancing into the emerging spaces where the fans of our players are engaging”.

EVCRYPTO.COM founder, Luke Todd, agrees, saying,“The FairBreak Effect is cutting edge. Crypto as a movement and a technology is providing cricket fans with a place and opportunity to collect FairBreak moments in digital card form, allowing them ownership of a unique and irreplaceable asset”.

With the FairBreak Invitational 2022 cricket matches presently underway in Dubai, international audiences can visit the FairBreak Effect website and click the Discord link to connect with the fan community and players before the NFT Drop on the 10th of May. Precise timings for the drop will be broadcast on Discord.

References:

Website The FairBreak Effect       https://www.fairbreakeffect.com/

Discord  Click Invite Link                https://discord.com/invite/SVrFrMTBr9

SDG Impact Fund is the title sponsor of the FairBreak Invitational T20 Tournament currently being hosted in Dubai in conjunction with Cricket Hong Kong.

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2022-12-20T10:29:33-05:00May 7th, 2022|News|
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MEDIA ALERT: BROADCASTERS ANNOUNCED FOR THE SDG FAIRBREAK GLOBAL INVITATIONAL T20

MEDIA ALERT: BROADCASTERS ANNOUNCED FOR THE

SDG FAIRBREAK GLOBAL INVITATIONAL T20

Sydney, Australia (30th April 2022) – Fourteen broadcast partners have been selected to carry live coverage of the 2022 SDG FairBreak Invitational T20 into 142 territories across the world. The tournament will showcase some of the best female cricketers from across the globe playing alongside a powerful mix of emerging talent in a world-first event.

Please [CLICK HERE] for details of live stream partners and territories [pdf 137KB].

A combination of traditional TV broadcasters and new OTT (Over-the-top Television) and digital only platforms will maximise distribution and availability of content to fans of all ages. All of cricket’s key nations are covered in these broadcast deals in addition to other countries including Mongolia, Kuwait, Finland, Taiwan and many others.

BeIN Sports will broadcast across Australia on both their TV and digital channels. BeIN Sports is available on Foxtel and to stream on Kayo, Foxtel Go, Foxtel Now and BeIN Sports Connect.

Coverage in the UAE (the host territory) will be via Etisalat who will broadcast every match LIVE via eLife and STARZ Play. Fans can also attend the tournament live at Dubai International Stadium.

In India, the Dream Sports platform, FanCode, will bring digital coverage to 40 million sports fans, and cross promotion via Dream11 to an additional 100 million subscribers. This will be complemented with TV coverage on Eurosport.

State broadcaster, PTV, will broadcast matches exclusively into Pakistan on PTV Sports and the PTV Sports App.

SportsMax, the premium broadcaster in the Caribbean, will broadcast to 1.3 million households across 25 Caribbean Island nations and territories.

SKY Sport continues its support of women’s cricket with superstars Suzie Bates, Sophie Devine and Katey Martin representing New Zealand. All matches will be broadcast live in NZ across SKY Sport channels and the Fan Pass App.

FreeSports will broadcast into the United Kingdom, Ireland and Continental Europe. They have unrivalled reach across the UK, with availability of the channel into 18 million homes complemented by the FreeSports App.

Coverage into 30 Sub-Saharan African territories will be through SuperSport, SuperSport HD and Show Max with digital support from DStv’s App and website.

In North America, Willow TV will broadcast into the USA and Asian Television Network into Canada.

SPOTV will carry highlights to the 3rd v 4th play off, Semi Finals and Final from May 14th into 8 territories in Southeast Asia – Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, Macau, Mongolia, Philippines, Thailand and Singapore – in support of the players representing these nations.

Watch all matches LIVE via FairBreak Global event partner, Cricket Hong Kong’s, Facebook page.
Platform: https://www.facebook.com/HongKongCricket/
Territories/markets: Cambodia, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Laos, Japan, Macau, Malaysia, Mongolia, Myanmar, Philippines, Taiwan, Thailand, Singapore, South Korea, Vietnam, Bhutan, PNG, Fiji, Vanuatu, Brazil, Nepal and Argentina.

Details for coverage to the rest of the world will be announced in due course.

Shaun Martyn, FairBreak founder says, “Being able to deliver the best linear and digital viewing experience for fans is vital for live sport. The SDG FairBreak Invitational T20 will showcase some of the world’s most exceptional female cricketers playing the game we all love to watch”.

“Ninety players from thirty-five nations have travelled to Dubai to compete in this T20. Our broadcast partners will give their friends, families, communities, fellow-citizens and fans the ability to watch them play in this historic tournament”.

“Furthermore, we want the world to learn what we are all about here at FairBreak, and there is no better way to influence the take-up of our message about global gender equality and equity than through international sports broadcasting”.

The draw can be viewed on FairBreak Global’s website and social media platforms. Matches are scheduled to be played at 4pm and 8pm Gulf Standard Time (GMT+4).

SDG Impact Fund is the title sponsor of the FairBreak Invitational T20 Tournament to be hosted in Dubai in conjunction with Cricket Hong Kong.

        

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Media contacts:

FairBreak Global, Kimberley Lee: Kimberley.lee@fairbreak.net

FairBreak Global, Karen Motyka: kmotyka3@gmail.com

2022-05-05T12:54:59-04:00May 1st, 2022|News|
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MEDIA ALERT: BISMAH MAROOF TO CAPTAIN TEAM SPIRIT AT SDG FAIRBREAK T20 IN DUBAI

BISMAH MAROOF TO

CAPTAIN TEAM SPIRIT AT SDG FAIRBREAK T20 IN DUBAI

 

Sydney, Australia (27th April, 2022) – Pakistan’s captain, Bismah Maroof, radiates the power to inspire change, making her the perfect leader of a team named Spirit at FairBreak’s world-class, first-of-its-kind cricket tournament in Dubai next week. Skilfully demonstrating that sporting ambition and motherhood are not mutually exclusive, Maroof will captain a dynamic and balanced team with depth in all areas.

Spirit is the force believed to give a body life, energy, and power. Spirit has a unique combination of cricketers shining with the positive energy and strength required for match-winning success.

Maroof can count on Nicola Carey, one of the stars of Australian cricket, for jaw-dropping catches out in the field; Scotland’s outstanding wicketkeeper, Sarah Bryce, is covering the stumps, while South Africa’s, Ayabonga Khaka, brings her “golden arm” to the bowling.

Thailand duo, Chantam and Boochatham are vital elements in the mix, while Ecclestone and Dunkley bring the skill and strength of character England’s players are renowned for.

This esteemed company also features Yasmin Daswani, a London solicitor who plays for Hong Kong, and Anu Doddaballapur and Diviya GK, who will contribute their medical science expertise to the fitness and wellbeing of the squad. Chaya Mughal, the current UAE captain, is a highly experienced player and will be a superb asset to have on side as she plays in her home city.

Here is the line-up of players in Spirit:

BISMAH MAROOF, Pakistan (CAPTAIN)

SOPHIA DUNKLEY, England

NICOLA CAREY, Australia

CHAYA MUGHAL, UAE

BETTY CHAN, Hong Kong

SARAH BRYCE, Scotland

NATTHAKAN CHANTAM, Thailand

DIVIYA GK, Singapore

NATTAYA BOOCHATHAM, Thailand

ANU DODDABALLAPUR, Germany

SOPHIE ECCLESTONE, England

AYABONGA KHAKA, South Africa

FATUMA KIBASU, Tanzania

SHIZUKA MIYAJI, Japan

YASMIN DASWANI, Hong Kong

Team Manager:     Vaishali Jesrani, OMAN

Team Coach:         Erin Osborne, AUSTRALIA

Assistant Coach:   Esther de Lange, NETHERLANDS

Spirit will be attired in a green kit.

 

SDG Impact Fund is the title sponsor of the FairBreak Invitational T20 Tournament to be hosted in Dubai in conjunction with Cricket Hong Kong

   

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2022-04-28T13:50:33-04:00April 28th, 2022|Events, News|
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