The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced a cash reward of INR 58 crore for Team India following their victory in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
This financial recognition will be distributed among the players, coaching staff, support staff, and members of the Men's Selection Committee.
Under the leadership of captain Rohit Sharma, India dominated the tournament, securing four decisive victories on their way to the final.
The team kicked off their campaign with a solid six-wicket win over Bangladesh, followed by another six-wicket victory against Pakistan. They maintained their momentum with a 44-run win over New Zealand, before overcoming Australia by four wickets in the semi-final.
Roger Binny, President of BCCI, expressed his pride in the team's achievement: "Winning back-to-back ICC titles is special, and this reward recognizes Team India's dedication and excellence on the global stage. The cash award is a recognition of the hard work that everyone puts in behind the scenes. This was also our second ICC Trophy in 2025, following the ICC U19 Women's World Cup triumph, and it highlights the strong cricketing ecosystem in place in our country."
Devajit Saikia, Honorary Secretary of BCCI, also praised the team's performance: "The BCCI is proud to honour the players and support staff with this well-deserved reward. Their dominance in world cricket is a result of years of hard work and strategic execution. This victory has justified India's top ranking in white-ball cricket, and we are sure the team will continue to excel in the years to come. The dedication and commitment shown by the players have set a new benchmark, and we are confident that Indian cricket will keep raising the bar on the global stage."
Rajeev Shukla, Vice-President of BCCI, also spoke about the team's success: "This cash reward is a tribute to the outstanding performances delivered by the team throughout the tournament. The players exhibited remarkable composure under pressure, and their success is an inspiration to aspiring cricketers across the country. The team has once again proved that Indian cricket is built on a strong foundation of skill, mental toughness, and a winning mentality."
Rohit Sharma-led side had a dominating performance in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 where they remained unbeaten throughout the tournament. The Men in Blue defeated Bangladesh, Pakistan and New Zealand in their group-stage matches before featuring in the semifinal against Australia.
Team India defeated Australia by four wickets to seal their berth for the final where they again defeated New Zealand in the final to win the title. Team India played all their Champions Trophy matches at Dubai International Stadium in Dubai.
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