Champions Trophy 2025 : The ICC Men’s Champions Trophy is making a grand comeback in 2025, and with it comes a record-breaking prize pool of $6.9 million—a 53% increase from the 2017 edition. The winning team of this prestigious eight-team tournament will take home a staggering $2.24 million along with the coveted trophy on March 9, 2025.
Champions Trophy 2025: Record Prize Pool Announced
Prize Money Breakdown
Here’s how the prize money is distributed:
- Winners: $2.24 million (~₹19.5 crore)
- Runners-up: $1.12 million (~₹9.72 crore)
- Losing semi-finalists: $560,000 each (~₹4.86 crore)
- 5th & 6th place finishers: $350,000 each (~₹3.04 crore)
- 7th & 8th place finishers: $140,000 each (~₹1.21 crore)
- Participation reward: $125,000 per team (~₹1.08 crore)
- Group stage match win bonus: Over $34,000 (~₹29.5 lakh) per match
A Highly Anticipated Tournament Returns
After an eight-year hiatus, the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy is back, set to be hosted in Pakistan and the UAE from February 19 to March 9, 2025. This will be the first global cricket tournament in Pakistan since 1996, with matches scheduled in Karachi, Lahore, and Rawalpindi.
The tournament will follow a two-group format, with eight teams divided into two groups of four. The top two teams from each group will qualify for the semi-finals, leading to an intense knockout stage culminating in the grand finale.
Champions Trophy to be Held Every Four Years
This elite ODI tournament will now be held every four years, showcasing the world’s top eight teams battling for supremacy. Adding to the excitement, the ICC has also confirmed that the Women’s Champions Trophy will debut in 2027, featuring a T20 format.
ICC’s Commitment to Cricket’s Growth
ICC Chair Jay Shah highlighted the importance of this tournament, stating:
“The ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025 represents a pivotal moment for cricket, reviving a tournament that highlights the pinnacle of ODI talent, where every match is critical. The substantial prize pot underscores the ICC’s ongoing commitment to investing in the sport and maintaining the global prestige of our events.”
With a record-breaking prize pool and the return of a prestigious tournament, the ICC Men’s Champions Trophy 2025 promises thrilling cricketing action and high-stakes competition. Will your favorite team emerge victorious and claim the massive $2.24 million prize? Stay tuned for more updates!
FAQs
How much money does the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 winner gets?
Around ₹19.5-20 crore
