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Here’s how much India earned by winning the Champions Trophy

News Desk

Mar 10

The Indian cricket team not only lifted the glittering ICC Champions Trophy after defeating New Zealand in the final but also secured a massive prize money reward.

 

On Sunday, India claimed their third Champions Trophy title by defeating New Zealand by four wickets in the final of the 2025 edition.

 

The match, held at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium, saw New Zealand’s captain, Mitchell Santner, win the toss and opt to bat first. New Zealand posted a total of 251 runs for the loss of seven wickets in their allotted 50 overs. In response, India chased down the target in the 49th over, losing six wickets along the way.

 

Apart from lifting the trophy and receiving their medals, the Indian players also took home a significant prize money reward.

 

The International Cricket Council (ICC) announced the tournament prize money on February 14.

 

According to reports, India, as the tournament winner, received $2.24 million (over 620 million Pakistani rupees), while runners-up New Zealand were awarded $1.12 million (over 310 million Pakistani rupees).

 

The total prize money for this edition of the Champions Trophy saw a 53 percent increase compared to the previous edition.

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