The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced a significant cash prize of Rs. 131 crore for the Indian Team following their triumph in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. This reward marks an increase from the Rs. 125 crore awarded in 2024 when the Men in Blue secured their first victory. India’s successful defense of the title also made history as they became the first team to retain the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup.
By clinching the T20 World Cup title for the third time, India achieved a milestone by becoming the first team to win the tournament thrice and the first to do so on home soil. Suryakumar Yadav led the Indian side to victory, earning them a substantial financial bonus from the International Cricket Council (ICC) for their exceptional performance. The ICC awarded India USD 2.34 million (approximately Rs. 21.5 crore) as the winners, with runners-up New Zealand receiving USD 1.17 million (around Rs. 10.75 crore).
In a dominant display in the final against New Zealand, India set a record total of 253 for five in the World T20 final, with Sanju Samson’s explosive 89 setting the stage for their victory. Jasprit Bumrah’s exceptional bowling performance, claiming four wickets for 14 runs, sealed the win for India in emphatic fashion. This victory secured India’s third ICC Men’s T20 World Cup title and the distinction of being the first team to retain the title while winning it at home.
Sanju Samson emerged as the Player of the Series after amassing 321 runs in just five innings, while Jasprit Bumrah was named Player of the Match for his pivotal role in the final showdown.
