The International Cricket Council (ICC) has unveiled guidelines to support women cricketers returning to play after pregnancy and childbirth. Multiple reports say the framework is designed to address physical and mental recovery needs, and to help players, coaches and medical teams plan a safe comeback. The approach is described as a six-stage model, often referred to as the “6 Rs,” outlining progressive steps in rehabilitation and return to training. NDTV reports the guidance includes a structured recovery and preparation period framed around a 16-week window before players resume full competition. The ICC also points to enabling support measures such as flexible training arrangements and assistance with childcare, aimed at reducing barriers to returning to elite cricket. ICC chairman Jay Shah is quoted across outlets saying that motherhood should not end cricket careers, presenting the initiative as part of the ICC’s broader effort to support women in the sport. The guidelines focus on practical steps for early recovery, training progression and conditioning while accounting for wellbeing and scheduling needs.