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The ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 made history - not just because India became the new world champion, but also because this tournament had the biggest prize money ever in women’s cricket.
India defeated South Africa by 52 runs in the final at the DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai, on November 2, 2025, and lifted their first-ever Women’s World Cup trophy.
Record-Breaking Prize Money
The International Cricket Council (ICC) had announced that the 2025 Women’s World Cup would have a record prize money of USD 13.88 million (₹122.5 crore).This is three times more than the 2022 edition - showing how much ICC is investing in women’s cricket.
Interestingly, this amount is even higher than the Men’s World Cup 2023, which had a total prize pool of USD 10 million (₹88.26 crore).
Prize Money Breakdown: ICC Women’s World Cup 2025
| Position | Prize Money (USD) | Approx. Prize Money (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Champions (India) | $4,480,000 | ₹39.55 crore |
| Runners-up (South Africa) | $2,240,000 | ₹19.77 crore |
| Losing Semifinalists (Australia & England) | $1,120,000 each | ₹9.89 crore each |
| 5th–6th place | $700,000 | ₹62 lakh |
| 7th–8th place | $280,000 | ₹24.71 lakh |
| Participation fee (each team) | $250,000 | ₹2.20 crore |
| Group-stage win bonus (per match) | $34,314 | ₹30.29 lakh |
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India Earns the Highest Prize in Women’s Cricket History
Team India not only won their first-ever Women’s World Cup title but also received the highest prize amount ever in women’s cricket — USD 4.48 million (₹39.55 crore).
This moment will be remembered as a big step forward for women’s cricket in India and around the world.
Also Read: Watch IND-W vs SA-W CWC 2025 Final Highlights: India Beat South Africa by 52 Run
South Africa Earns Big Too
Even though South Africa lost the final, they received USD 2.24 million (₹19.77 crore) - which is 273% more than what runners-up got in the previous World Cup.Their strong performance throughout the tournament helped them earn a huge reward.
Australia and England Rewarded
Both Australia and England, who reached the semifinals, earned USD 1.12 million (₹9.89 crore) each.
With group-stage win bonuses included, both teams took home over ₹13 crore each - showing that consistent performance pays off.
Rewards for Mid-Table and Emerging Teams
The ICC ensured that even teams finishing in lower positions received significant financial support:
- 5th–6th place teams received ₹62 lakh each.
- 7th–8th place teams earned ₹24.71 lakh each.
Every participating nation was guaranteed a base participation fee of ₹2.20 crore, promoting continued investment in women’s cricket infrastructure and talent development.
Additionally, teams such as New Zealand and Sri Lanka pocketed around ₹8.70 crore each, while Pakistan and Bangladesh earned ₹4.67 crore and ₹4.97 crore respectively - a clear sign of ICC’s intent to expand competitive depth.
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Group-Stage Win Bonus: A Game Changer
For the first time ever, ICC introduced a group-stage win bonus, awarding teams USD 34,314 (₹30.29 lakh) for each victory. This innovation motivated all sides to perform consistently and added a new layer of competitiveness to the league stage.
Conclusion
The ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 will be remembered not only for India’s historic maiden title but also for redefining financial standards in women’s cricket. With record-breaking payouts, equitable prize distribution, and global recognition, this edition marked the dawn of a new era — one where women’s cricket finally receives the respect and reward it truly deserves.
Key Takeaways
- Total prize pool: USD 13.88 million (₹122.5 crore)
- India earned ₹39.55 crore as champions
- Runners-up South Africa received ₹19.77 crore
- Each team guaranteed ₹2.20 crore participation fee
- Group-stage win bonus: ₹30.29 lakh per victory
Also Read: ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup Winners List (1973–2025): Check Here
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