Here’s how much Pakistan will earn despite finishing at bottom of ICC Test table

Pakistan may have finished at the bottom of the International Cricket Council (ICC) World Test Championship (WTC) 2023–25 rankings, but it will still receive a share of the tournament’s prize money.

Despite a poor run of performances, the Pakistan team will receive USD 480,000 as part of the WTC’s record prize pool of $5.76 million. This is the highest prize money ever announced in the history of the tournament. The final of the third WTC cycle will take place between South Africa and Australia at Lord’s Cricket Ground from June 11 to 15, 2025.

While Pakistan ended up ninth on the table and received the smallest share, the amount is still a satisfactory financial reward in what was otherwise a disappointing campaign.

ICC World Test Championship Prize Money Breakdown:

1st: Australia or South Africa – $3,600,000
2nd: Australia or South Africa – $2,160,000
3rd: India – $1,440,000
4th: New Zealand – $1,200,000
5th: England – $960,000
6th: Sri Lanka – $840,000
7th: Bangladesh – $720,000
8th: West Indies – $600,000
9th: Pakistan – $480,000

This year’s prize pool is more than double that of previous editions. In 2021 and 2023, WTC winners earned only $1.6 million. In contrast, the 2025 champions will walk away with $3.6 million, while the runners-up will take home $2.16 million.

This increase in prize money is part of the ICC’s plan to boost the importance of Test cricket, especially at a time when limited-overs formats are receiving more attention and financial backing.