India received approximately ₹25 crore in prize money after winning the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, claiming the largest share from the tournament’s total prize pool. The International Cricket Council (ICC) announced the distribution of the record USD 11.25 million prize fund after the tournament concluded. India secured the title with a dominant performance, defeating New Zealand by 96 runs in the final to win their second consecutive T20 World Cup trophy.
The champions were awarded USD 2,639,423, which converts to roughly ₹25 crore, marking one of the largest prize payouts in the history of the tournament. The ICC said the expanded prize pool reflects reforms introduced in 2024 aimed at increasing financial rewards for players and strengthening the global reach of cricket. The initiative is part of the governing body’s broader strategy to make international tournaments more financially rewarding for participating teams.
New Zealand, who finished as runners-up after losing the final to India, received USD 1,422,692, which is approximately ₹13 crore. The semi-finalists, South Africa and England, were also rewarded with substantial prize money for reaching the final four stages of the tournament. South Africa received around ₹9.24 crore, while England was awarded about USD 8.96 lakh as part of the overall distribution.
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Other teams that performed strongly during the competition also received financial rewards. The West Indies was awarded USD 538,269, while Pakistan, which played its matches in Sri Lanka during the tournament, received USD 522,692. Zimbabwe secured USD 491,538, while Sri Lanka was given USD 475,962 as part of the ICC’s prize distribution structure.
Teams that exited during the Super 8 stage also earned significant prize money for their participation and performance. Afghanistan, Australia and the United States each received USD 309,808. Meanwhile, Scotland took home USD 278,654, and Ireland earned USD 271,731 after completing their campaigns in the earlier phases of the tournament.
The remaining participating teams also received prize allocations from the tournament’s prize fund. Italy, the Netherlands, the United Arab Emirates and Nepal were each awarded USD 256,154, while Canada, Namibia and Oman received USD 225,000 each. According to the ICC, the prize money distribution reflects its ongoing effort to enhance financial incentives for players and support the continued development and global expansion of the sport.
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