In a landmark move for the sport, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced a four-fold increase in prize money for the upcoming 2025 Women’s Cricket World Cup, which will be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka from September 30, 2025. The total prize pool now stands at an unprecedented $13.88 million, representing a 297% increase from the $3.5 million offered at the 2022 edition in New Zealand.
This surge not only redefines financial rewards in women’s cricket but also surpasses the $10 million prize pool awarded during the 2023 ICC Men’s World Cup, signaling a decisive step toward gender equity in international cricket.
The tournament champions will take home $4.48 million, marking a 239% increase from the $1.32 million awarded to Australia in 2022. The runners-up will receive $2.24 million, up 273% from England’s prize as finalists three years ago.
Teams reaching the semi-finals will each earn $1.12 million, a dramatic rise from the previous $300,000. Every participating nation is guaranteed a minimum of $250,000, with each group-stage win earning an additional $34,314.
Teams placing fifth and sixth will secure $700,000 apiece, while those finishing seventh and eighth will receive $280,000 each.
ICC Chairman Jay Shah hailed the decision as a “defining milestone” for the women's game, reinforcing the ICC’s commitment to pay parity and the broader vision for the global growth of women’s cricket. With the tournament opener set to take place in Guwahati, anticipation is building for what promises to be a groundbreaking event in the history of the sport.