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BCCI announce Rs 58 crore cash prize for India’s Champions Trophy 2025 winning team | Cricket News

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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Thursday announced a whopping cash reward of INR 58 Crore for the Rohit Sharma-led Indian unit following their triumph at the ICC Champions Trophy 2025.
“Under the able and astute leadership of Captain Rohit Sharma, India dominated the tournament, regering four commanding victories en route to the final. The team began their campaign with a solid six-wicket win over Bangladesh, then secured a convincing six-wicket triumph against Pakan. They continued their momentum with a 44-run victory over New Zealand before ultimately overcoming Australia four wickets in the semi-final,” a statement released the BCCI read.
India trumped New Zealand four wickets in the final held on March 9 in Dubai, with captain Sharma leading a tricky chase with a stroke-filled 76.
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