India cricket team rewarded $14 million for T20 World Cup victory
India’s men’s cricket team has secured a $14 million reward after winning the T20 World Cup for a record third time. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) praised the players, support staff, and selectors for their “historic achievement.” The victory has further cemented the team’s legacy as one of the most successful in the format. Cricket remains a unifying force in India, with fans celebrating the win across the nation.
Match highlights
- India defeated New Zealand by 96 runs in the final in Ahmedabad to claim the T20 World Cup.
- The team became the first to retain the trophy and the first to win it on home soil.
- The BCCI announced a $14 million cash reward to be shared among players, coaches, and support staff.
- The team will also receive $2.34 million from the International Cricket Council.
- Runners-up New Zealand will earn $1.17 million.
