ICC announces record-breaking prize money for Women's ODI World Cup 2025
ICC has announced record-breaking prize money for Women's ODI World Cup 2025.
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With less than a month to go before the start of the Women’s ODI World Cup 2025 in India and Sri Lanka, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has revealed a staggering increase in the prize money. The overall prize at the eight-team tournament is INR 39.55 crore, which is a rise of 297% from around INR 10 crore at the last edition held in New Zealand in 2022.
The total prize has been eclipsed at the Men’s World Cup in India two years ago, which had a total of $10 million. The winners of the 13th season of the Women’s World Cup 2025 will receive a prize money of $4.48 million, which is a 239% hike from the $1.32 million awarded to Australia in 2022.
On the other hand, the runners-up will earn a prize of $2.24 million, which is an increase of 273% in comparison to the $600000 England won three years ago., The two losing semifinalists will take home $1.12 million each. The event will provide another special platform for women’s cricket.
ICC declares record-breaking prize money for Women's ODI World Cup 2025
Each group-stage participant is confirmed to win $250000, while each group-stage win will provide the victorious sides $34314. On the other hand, the second half of the final table will see the teams finishing fifth and sixth will take home $700000 each, and seventh and eighth will get $280000.
“This announcement marks a defining milestone in the journey of women’s cricket. This fourfold increase in prize money is a landmark moment for women’s cricket and reflects our clear commitment to its long-term growth. Our message is simple: women cricketers must know they will be treated on par with men if they choose this sport professionally.” The chairman of the ICC, Jay Shah, expressed.
“The uplift underscores our ambition to deliver a world-class ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup and to inspire the next generation of players and fans. Women’s cricket is on a remarkable upward trajectory, and with this step, we are confident the momentum will accelerate. We call upon all stakeholders, fans, media, partners, and Member Boards, to join us in championing the women’s game and ensuring it receives the recognition and respect it deserves.” Shah addressed.
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