BCCI announces massive cash reward for India's Champions Trophy winning team; gifts more than PCB's hosting money
Published - 20 Mar 2025, 11:18 AM | Updated - 20 Mar 2025, 12:32 PM
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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has, on Thursday (March 20), announced a massive INR 58 crore cash reward for the India National Cricket Team after their record-breaking triumph in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 earlier this month.
In the official media release, the BCCI has confirmed that this reward will be shared among the players, coaching staff, support staff, and the Ajit Agarkar-led India National Selection Committee as a recognition of their outstanding contribution to the team’s ICC Champions Trophy 2025 triumph.
BCCI announces ₹58 Crore reward for India after ICC Champions Trophy 2025 glory
Under Rohit Sharma’s captaincy, the India National Cricket Team ended the tournament as an unbeaten side. The Men in Blue started their Champions Trophy 2025 campaign with a six-wicket victory over Bangladesh, followed by another six-wicket win against Pakistan.
A 44-run triumph over New Zealand kept their winning streak alive in the recent Champions Trophy 2025 before they defeated Australia by four wickets in the semi-final to make it to the finals.
In the final, Rohit Sharma and Co. crushed the Black Caps by four wickets to lift the Champions Trophy for the record third time at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium in Dubai on March 9. This was India’s second ICC title triumph within 10 months.
Roger Binny hails India’s back-to-back ICC title triumphs
Announcing the reward, the BCCI president, Roger Binny, said that winning back-to-back ICC titles is special and deserves recognition for their dedication and excellence on the global stage. Binny noted that the announced cash award is a recognition of the hard work that everyone puts in behind the scenes.
Binny stated, “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.”
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Meanwhile, BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia praised the Men in Blue’s hard work and dominance, saying their Champions Trophy triumph reaffirms their top ranking in white-ball cricket. He expressed confidence that the team will continue to set new benchmarks in the ICC events.
Devajit Saikia hails the Indian cricket team's dominance
Devajit Saikia said in an official media release, “The BCCI is proud to honor 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. 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.”
On the other hand, BCCI Vice-President Rajeev Shukla praised Rohit Sharma and his team’s stellar performance over the past couple of years, especially in the ICC events, calling the cash reward a well-earned recognition. He also hailed the players’ composure under pressure and said that their success is an inspiration to aspiring cricketers across the country.
This cash reward is a tribute...: Rajeev Shukla
Rajeev Shukla stated, “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.”
Notably, Indian players are currently gearing up for the upcoming IPL 2025, starting on March 22. Their next assignment is an England tour where they will play five Tests in June.
