In celebration of their historic victory at the 2025 ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has earmarked ₹51 crore for the players, coaches and support staff of the triumphant Indian women’s cricket team.
Reward Breakdown & Highlights
- The total cash prize of ₹51 crore includes allocations for both the squad and the support personnel behind the scenes.
- Of this, the majority is reserved for the players, with support-staff shares also explicitly mentioned.
- The announcement follows India’s first-ever women’s World Cup title, which marks a landmark in the sport’s history for the country.
Why It’s Significant
- This reward is one of the largest cash prizes ever announced for a women’s national team in India, reflecting a shift in recognition and value of women’s sport.
- The gesture underscores the BCCI’s stated commitment to gender parity in cricket-administration and financial recognition.
- With this backing, the Indian women’s team is positioned for stronger infrastructural support, incentives and motivation for future tournaments.
What Happens Next
- The BCCI will issue detailed internal guidelines on how the ₹51 crore will be distributed among the players, coaches and support staff.
- State-level boards, sponsors and other stakeholders may announce additional rewards (cars, cash, gifts) for the squad.
- This announcement may prompt other sports federations and women’s teams in India to seek comparable incentives.
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