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The T20 World Cup 2026 has now reached its most exciting stage. On Sunday, March 8th, the title clash between India and New Zealand will take place at the magnificent Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Not only is the trophy at stake in this epic battle, but the winning and losing teams will also be showered with millions of rupees.
While Team India is eyeing its third trophy, the Kiwis will take the field with the dream of becoming world champions for the first time. Let's find out how much the ICC has budgeted for prize money this time.
ICC Increases T20 World Cup 2026 Prize Pool by 20% Compared to 2024
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The ICC has set a total prize pool of $13.5 million (approximately ₹123.77 crore) for this year's tournament. This is approximately 20% more than the 2024 World Cup ($11.25 million). Last year, the Indian team, which won the title, received $2.45 million, but this time the prize money is even bigger.
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Prize money for the winner and runner-up of the T20 World Cup 2026?
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T20 World Cup 2026 Prize Money: The cash flow will begin with the result of the final match in Ahmedabad:
- Winner: The winning team will receive $3 million (approximately ₹27.50 crore).
- Runner-up: The losing team will also receive $1.6 million (approximately ₹14.67 crore).
Prize money for the losing teams in the semi-finals
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Big teams like South Africa and England were eliminated in the semi-finals of the tournament. The teams that advance to the semi-finals will receive a prize money of $0.79 million (approximately Rs. 7.24 crores).
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T20 World Cup 2026: Full List of Earnings for All 20 Participating Teams
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How Much Each Team Earns in T20 World Cup 2026?: This time, the ICC has ensured that every team participating in the tournament receives appropriate rewards according to their ranking:
- 5th to 12th place: $0.38 million (approximately Rs. 3.48 crores)
- 13th to 20th place: $0.25 million (approximately Rs. 2.29 crores)
T20 World Cup 2026 Prize Money List
| Place | Prize Money (in Rupees) |
|---|---|
| Winner | Rs 27.50 crore |
| Runner-up | Rs 14.67 crore |
| Semi-finalists | Rs 7.24 crore |
| 5th to 12th Rank | Rs 3.48 crore |
| 13th to 20th Rank | Rs 2.29 crore Rupees |
Also Read: IND vs NZ T20 WC Final: Win Verdict and AI Match Prediction
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