The International Cricket Council (ICC) has unveiled the World Cup mascot pair ahead of the upcoming ODI World Cup. Two mascots, a boy and a girl, have been unveiled. However, the name of the mascot has not been decided yet.

The two mascots were unveiled at a ceremony in Gurugram, India. Yash Dhull and Shafali Verma, two captains of the reigning U19 World Cup champions, were present at the event. The mascot is a symbol of gender equality and diversity. The name of the mascot will be decided by fans vote. In that case, cricket lovers can send their preferred names by August 27. Anyone can submit their preferred name from the ICC website.

Speaking about the unveiling of the mascots, ICC Head of Events Chris Tetley said, “We are delighted to launch the ICC’s mascot duo ahead of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023. The perpetual characters signify cricket's universal appeal beyond cultures and boundaries with the mascots standing as beacons of unity and passion. With representation of both genders, they epitomize the vital role of gender equality in our dynamic world.”

Tetley added, “In line with the ICC's and cricket's priority to connect with the next generation of cricket fans, these mascots hold the power to engage and entertain children, fostering a lifelong love for the sport beyond ICC events.”

The ODI World Cup will be held in India on October 5. The tournament will end with the final on November 19.