On Thursday, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced a massive cash reward for the Indian national team.
India reigned supreme against New Zealand to clinch the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, making it Rohit Sharma’s second title as national team skipper. The veteran opener also became the first and only skipper to lead a team in all ICC tournaments.
India’s Virat Kohli, right, and captain Rohit Sharma celebrate with the winners trophy on the podium.(AP)
On Thursday, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced a massive cash reward for the Indian national team after their victorious Champions Trophy campaign, amounting to ₹58 Crore. The cash prize covers the players, coaching and support staff, members of the Selection Committee.
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BCCI President Roger Binny explains decision for massive cash prize
In a statement, BCCI President Roger Binny said, “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.”
Meanwhile, BCCI Vice-President Rajeev Shukla added, “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.”
India topped Group A during the tournament to qualify for the semi-finals, where they beat Steve Smith-led Australia. In the final, India were set a target of 252 runs, after Kuldeep Yadav, Varun Chakaravarthy took two-wicket hauls to restrict Australia to 251/7 in 20 overs.
Chasing 252, India reached 254/6 in 49 overs, courtesy of Rohit slamming 76 runs off 83 balls. Meanwhile, KL Rahul smacked a match-winning unbeaten knock of 34* runs off 33 balls, as India won by four wickets.
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