Earthshot Prize event

Prince William joined cricket stars for an informal game on The Mall at a special Earthshot Prize event.

Earthshot Prize details

The Earthshot Prize is the world's most prestigious environmental award designed to identify, back and celebrate leadership in environmental action.

Earthshot Prize inspiration

Inspired by President John F Kennedy's Moonshot, The Earthshot Prize aims to mobilise a decade of action for the planet.

Cricket stars involved

Joe Root, Sourav Ganguly, and Brian Lara joined Prince William for the informal cricket match.

William's cricket skills

William was described as a 'pretty good batter' but his 'bowling needs a bit of work'.

“he was a pretty good batter whose bowling needs a bit of work”

William's game experience

William played cricket for around ten minutes, faring better at batting than bowling.

Joe Root's comments

Root said William's batting was 'pretty good' and he was 'definitely a batter rather than a bowler'.

“his batting was pretty good to be fair i think he's definitely a batter rather than a bowler”

Buckingham Palace backdrop

Root described The Mall as a 'challenging wicket' and a 'huge privilege' to play in front of the palace.

Brian Lara's comments

Lara said William 'underrates himself' and his cricketing skills need work but his batting is strong.

“he underrates himself he's a big football fan he said he doesn't know much about cricket his bowling needs a lot of work but his batting i'd put him as the number six or number seven batter definitely in the starting 11”

Sourav Ganguly's comments

Ganguly said William batted well and was friendly with everyone, a 'lovely natured person'.

“he batted alright he's better than me at the moment because i just picked up a cricket bat for the first time in eight or nine years he was so friendly with everyone simple and down to earth india will welcome him he's such a lovely natured person smiling shaking hands with everyone”

Event purpose

The event aimed to celebrate deep ties between India and the UK and highlight sport's role in inspiring positive action.

Backyard Cricket

Backyard Cricket UK is a fast-growing crew that makes cricket accessible and nostalgic.

Event participants

The game included England women's captain Nat Sciver Brunt, Harry Brook, and radio host Greg James.

Earthshot Prize winners

India has the most Earthshot Prize winners and finalists globally.

“india is home to more earthshot prize winners and finalists than any other country in the world”

William's post-game

William posed for selfies and shook hands with spectators after the game.

Earthshot Prize next steps

The Earthshot Prize Awards Night will take place in Mumbai in November.