BCCI Announces ₹131 Crore Reward for T20 Champions

BCCI announces ₹131 crore reward for India’s T20 World Cup-winning team.

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has declared a cash reward of ₹131 crore for the Indian men’s cricket team after its victory in the 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. The Editorial Team of Behind The Headlines reports that India defeated New Zealand by 96 runs in the final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad to win their third T20 World Cup title and successfully defend the trophy. The reward will be shared among the players, coaching staff, support staff and selectors as recognition for their historic achievement.

The announcement highlights the strong financial backing and growing success of Indian cricket. The Editorial Team of Behind The Headlines reports that the ₹131 crore reward is higher than the ₹125 crore announced after India’s 2024 T20 World Cup victory, reflecting the board’s appreciation for the team’s consistent global performance. With the latest triumph, India became the first team to defend a T20 World Cup title and the most successful side in the tournament’s history with three championships.