ICC Women's Cricket World Cup: New Zealand claims ₹19.6 crore prize money

New Zealand's women’s cricket team celebrated a historic victory by winning the T20 World Cup 2024 in the United Arab Emirates, lifting the trophy for the first time in 14 years. This victory marks New Zealand's first World Cup title in limited-overs cricket, a significant achievement considering their recent struggles before the tournament.

In recognition of their success, New Zealand received a prize of ₹19.6 crore (USD 2.34 million), a remarkable 134% increase in prize money compared to previous tournaments. Runners-up South Africa were awarded ₹9.8 crore (USD 1.17 million) for their impressive performance throughout the competition.

The International Cricket Council (ICC) announced a total prize pool of ₹66.5 crore (USD 7,958,080) for this year’s tournament, reflecting a 225% increase from the last edition. This prize money is not just for the top teams; it will also be distributed among other participating teams.

Both semi-finalists, Australia and the West Indies, will receive ₹5.7 crore (USD 675,000) each. Meanwhile, teams finishing fifth to eighth in the group stage, including India, are expected to get ₹2.25 crore (USD 270,000) each. India secured four points in Group A, while England finished with six points in Group B but did not make it to the finals.

This victory was especially sweet for New Zealand as it coincided with the men's team winning their first Test match in India in 36 years. Overall, it was a momentous day for New Zealand cricket, showcasing the talent and determination of both their men's and women's teams.