New Delhi: The Indian cricket team recorded a historic victory over New Zealand in the ICC T20 World Cup final. This marked the Indian team’s second consecutive T20 World Cup win. Overall, India has won three ICC T20 World Cups, and this time, it achieved a record-breaking victory in its own hosting.
Key Takeaways
Quick Read- India was showered with money.
- Find out how much the semi-finalists received.
- How much did the Super-8 teams receive?
- How much were the group stage prizes?
India defeated New Zealand by a landslide, 96 runs, having maintained a strong hold from the start. Meanwhile, fans are wondering how much prize money the Indian team received for winning this tournament. Details about the amount of prize money India received for winning the World Cup can be found below.
India was showered with money.
The Indian team created history by winning the ICC T20 World Cup 2026. Following the victory, the team was awarded a prize money of $3 million, or approximately ₹27.5 crore (approximately ₹27.5 crore). This amount will be donated by the ICC to the BCCI.
This will later be distributed among the players in the form of bonuses, match fees, and other rewards. Furthermore, the New Zealand team also received a substantial reward. After losing in the final, New Zealand received substantial prize money. As the runner-up, New Zealand was awarded $1.6 million, or approximately ₹14.7 crore.
Find out how much the semi-finalists received.
England and South Africa, who reached the semi-finals of the ICC T20 World Cup, also received significant sums. Both teams were awarded $7.9 lakh, or approximately ₹7.24 crore.
How much did the Super-8 teams receive?
The teams that reached the Super-8 of the tournament also received significant rewards. Zimbabwe, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and the West Indies were awarded $3.8 lakh, or approximately ₹3.48 crore.
How much were the group stage prizes?
To encourage all 20 teams, the ICC also rewarded those eliminated from the group stage. Afghanistan, Australia, Canada, Ireland, Italy, Namibia, Nepal, the Netherlands, Oman, Scotland, the UAE, and the United States received $250,000, or approximately ₹23 million.
India wins hearts
For your information, the Indian cricket team made a strong start by batting first. Thanks to their excellent batting, India scored 255 runs for the loss of 5 wickets in 20 overs. Chasing the target, New Zealand could only manage 159 runs. Thus, the Indian team managed to win the match by 96 runs, securing three consecutive titles, including their second T20 World Cup.
