Mascots are characters often created based on an animal unique to the host country or city. They are getting more complex, and usually have a story and even a moral to tell.
Googly was a red cricket ball wearing a helmet, gloves, and pads. It represented the intrigue, unpredictability, and the courage to be different in the game.
Willow was a pink-cheeked boy mascot who added a playful touch to the 1999 World Cup. His appearance resembled a white cricket ball with a hat.
Dazzler, a cricket-playing zebra, stole hearts in the 2003 World Cup held in South Africa. Dazzler's black and white stripes symbolized the unity of people in South Africa.
Mello was the mascot introduced by West Indies in 2007. It was an orange raccoon with a big bat, raising awareness about the spreading HIV epidemic.
Stumpy, a 10-year-old cricket-playing elephant, embodied the peaceful and powerful spirit of the game, emphasizing that cricket is a sport meant to be fun.
The mascots for the upcoming 2023 Cricket World Cup represent gender equality and diversity. Cricto is a supercharged fast bowler, and Cricta is a powerful batsman. Fans have the chance to name these mascots.