Deepika Padukone Praises ICC's New Maternity Return Guidelines for Women Cricketers
Deepika Padukone has praised the International Cricket Council's (ICC) newly introduced maternity return-to-play guidelines for women cricketers, calling them a "landmark moment for women in sport." The ICC's policy offers medical and psychological support, personalized recovery plans, flexible training, and childcare assistance to help female athletes balance motherhood and their careers. Deepika's endorsement aligns with her advocacy for mental health, work-life balance, and support for working mothers, amid her own public calls for healthier work schedules.