The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is reportedly planning a landmark ₹125 crore prize for the Indian women’s cricket team, contingent on them winning the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025. This significant financial package is said to align with the ₹125 crore bonus presented to the men’s team after their T20 World Cup 2024 victory, highlighting the board’s commitment to fostering equality and celebrating success across all national teams. This initiative would undoubtedly propel women’s cricket to new heights in terms of financial recognition.
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has already boosted the tournament’s prize money significantly, with a total pool of US $13.88 million for the 2025 Women’s World Cup. The winning nation will receive US $4.48 million. Should India emerge victorious, the players could stand to gain an extraordinary sum, potentially reaching close to ₹165 crore when the potential BCCI bonus is factored in. The Indian team, captained by Harmanpreet Kaur, is set to face South Africa in the final, marking the culmination of an outstanding tournament campaign. Their journey has been filled with impressive wins, and a World Cup title would etch their names in history. While the news has created excitement, the BCCI has not yet made an official announcement, with a formal statement anticipated after the final match concludes.