Women's World Cup 2025: ICC Announces Record Prize Money

The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced a massive USD 13.88 million (₹122.5 crore) prize fund for the 2025 Women's World Cup, to be held in India and Sri Lanka. The amount marks a 297% increase from the USD 3.5 million pool offered in 2022, setting a new benchmark for women's cricket.

The winners of the tournament will earn USD 4.48 million (₹39.4 crore), a prize that even surpasses the USD 4 million awarded to the ICC Men's World Cup champions. The runners-up will receive USD 2.24 million (₹19.71 crore), while each semi-finalist will take home USD 1.12 million (₹9.8 crore). Teams participating in the group stage are guaranteed USD 250,000 (₹2.2 crore), with an additional USD 34,314 (₹30.19 lakh) awarded for every match victory.

Prize Money Breakdown

• Winner - USD 4.48 million (₹39.4 crore)
• Runners-up - USD 2.24 million (₹19.71 crore)
• Semi-finalists - USD 1.12 million (₹9.8 crore)

Each group stage win - USD 34,314 (₹30.19 lakh)

• 5th & 6th place - USD 700,000 each (₹6.16 crore)
• 7th & 8th place - USD 280,000 each (₹2.46 crore)
• Participation - USD 250,000 (₹2.2 crore)

"A Defining Milestone"

Calling the announcement a turning point in women's cricket, ICC Chairman Jay Shah said:

"This four-fold increase in prize money is a landmark moment. Our message is simple-women cricketers will be treated on par with men if they choose this sport professionally."

He emphasized that the move is designed to inspire future generations of players and fans while delivering a world-class Women's World Cup.

Tournament Opener

The World Cup kicks off on September 30 at Guwahati's Barsapara Cricket Stadium, where India will face Sri Lanka in the opening clash.

With the biggest-ever prize pool in women's cricket, the 2025 edition promises to be a game-changer for the sport, bringing it closer to true parity with the men's game.