In recognition of India’s triumphant campaign at the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced a staggering cash reward of ₹51 crore. This landmark decision marks one of the most significant financial recognitions ever awarded to a women’s sports team in the country.
The reward will be shared not only by the players, but also coaches, support staff, and the national selection committee—emphasising the collective effort behind India’s maiden women’s World Cup title. BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia described the gesture as a heartfelt tribute to their resilience, dedication, and historic achievement.
This monumental payout comes on top of the prize money earned from the International Cricket Council (ICC), making the total financial windfall for the team even more impressive. For the BCCI, the ₹51 crore reward is wholly independent of ICC funds, underlining the board’s strong commitment to elevating women’s cricket in India.
Saikia credited the initiative as a culmination of sustained investment in the women’s game under former BCCI secretary — and now ICC Chairman — Jay Shah. According to him, Shah’s tenure has seen a major push for gender equity, more competitive domestic tournaments, and improved infrastructure for women cricketers.
BCCI President Mithun Manhas said the reward reflects the board’s deep pride in the victory, noting that the team’s grit and unity on the biggest stage vindicated the long-term faith placed in their development.
The ₹51 crore prize also carries symbolic weight, representing a pivotal moment for women’s cricket in India. With their first world title, the players have shattered expectations and set a new benchmark for future generations. The windfall is expected to amplify the impact of this win, inspiring more young girls across India to take up the sport and bolstering grassroots programs.
At a time when women’s cricket is experiencing rapid growth in visibility and investment, this gesture reinforces a powerful message: that achievements in the women’s game are not just celebrated, but truly rewarded.
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