Dubai: India emerged victorious in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final, defeating New Zealand in a thrilling contest at the Dubai International Stadium. With this triumph, India secured their third Champions Trophy title, following wins in 2002 (joint winners) and 2013.
The victory also came with a significant financial reward, as the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) bagged a prize of $2.24 million (₹20 crore). Meanwhile, New Zealand, the runners-up, took home $1.12 million (₹10 crore).
A High-Stakes Tournament
The 2025 edition of the Champions Trophy marked the tournament’s return after an eight-year hiatus, featuring intense competition among the world’s best teams. The final saw India chase down New Zealand’s 252-run target, capping off a tournament filled with grit, strategy, and high-pressure performances.
The total prize pool for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 stood at $6.9 million (₹60 crore), with all eight participating teams receiving financial rewards based on their performance.
Prize Money Breakdown
- Champions (India): $2.24 million (₹20 crore)
- Runners-up (New Zealand): $1.12 million (₹10 crore)
- Losing semi-finalists: $560,000 (₹4.6 crore) each
- 5th & 6th place finishers: $350,000 (₹2.9 crore) each
- 7th & 8th place finishers: $140,000 (₹1.1 crore) each
- Participation bonus (all teams): $125,000 (₹1 crore) each
- Group stage match win bonus: $34,000 (₹28 lakh) per win