NEW DELHI: Team India has been rewarded with ₹58 crore for winning the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The BCCI announced this after India’s thrilling win against New Zealand in the final at Dubai International Cricket Stadium.
India’s Historic Win This is India’s third Champions Trophy title. They earlier won in 2002 and 2013. The Indian team, led by Rohit Sharma, remained unbeaten. They defeated Bangladesh, Pakistan, New Zealand, and Australia.
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Reward Details
- Each squad member gets ₹3 crore.
- Head coach Gautam Gambhir gets ₹3 crore.
- Support staff get ₹50 lakh each.
- Chief selector Ajit Agarkar gets ₹30 lakh.
- Other national selectors get ₹25 lakh each.
BCCI Praises the Team BCCI President Roger Binny praised the team’s remarkable achievement. He said, “Winning back-to-back ICC titles is special, and this reward recognizes Team India’s dedication and excellence on the global stage.”
Binny also highlighted that this was India’s second ICC trophy in 2025, following the U19 Women’s World Cup win. He said, “Our cricketing ecosystem continues to produce champions, and this victory is another testament to our players’ skill and determination.”
Honorary Secretary Devajit Saikia added, “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. The players have shown immense dedication and resilience.”
Celebration Across Cricketing Fraternity
Dominance in World Cricket
Vice President Rajeev Shukla, Treasurer Prabhtej Bhatia, and Joint Secretary Rohan Gauns Dessai praised the team. Dessai called the final a “thrilling match that brought immense joy to fans across the country.”
Match Highlights
- vs Bangladesh – Won by 6 wickets
- vs Pakistan – Won by 6 wickets
- vs New Zealand (Group) – Won by 44 runs
- vs Australia (Semi-final) – Won by 4 wickets
- vs New Zealand (Final) – Won by 4 wickets
India earned $2.24 million (~₹19.45 crore) for the win. New Zealand received $1.12 million (₹9.72 crore). The BCCI’s ₹58 crore reward shows its strong support for Indian cricket.
India’s Strong Cricket Ecosystem This victory, alongside India’s U19 Women’s World Cup win, highlights the nation’s strong cricket system. BCCI President Binny stressed, “This is a reflection of the dedication of our players and the solid foundation built by our cricketing institutions.”
With this momentum, fans expect India to continue shining in future tournaments. The Champions Trophy 2025 victory has once again reinforced India’s dominance in global cricket.
