PTC News Desk: The British Cricket Control Board has announced a whooping reward of Rs 58 crore for Indian Cricket team after their spectacular win in ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Under the captaincy of Rohit Sharma, India won all the matches of the tournament and comfortably clinched the trophy after defeating new Zealand in the finals.
“Winning back-to-back ICC titles is special and this reward recognises Team India’s dedication and excellence on the global stage," BCCI president Roger Binny said in a statement. “The cash award is a recognition of the hard work that everyone puts in behind the scenes. This was also our second ICC Trophy in 2025, following the ICC U19 Women’s World Cup triumph and it highlights the strong cricketing ecosystem in place in our country."
Meanwhile BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia also lauded the performances of both the cricketers and the support staff.
“The BCCI is proud to honour the players and support staff with this well-deserved reward. Their dominance in world cricket is a result of years of hard work and strategic execution. This victory has justified India’s top ranking in white-ball cricket, and we are sure the team will continue to excel in the years to come. The dedication and commitment shown by the players have set a new benchmark, and we are confident that Indian cricket will keep raising the bar on the global stage," he said.
BCCI vice-president Rajiv Shukla said that the success is an inspiration for all the budding cricketers across the country.
“This cash reward is a tribute to the outstanding performances delivered by the team throughout the tournament. The players exhibited remarkable composure under pressure, and their success is an inspiration to aspiring cricketers across the country. The team has once again proved that Indian cricket is built on a strong foundation of skill, mental toughness, and a winning mentality," he said.