Team India is set to receive a massive cash reward after winning the T20 World Cup in 2026. Following the historic victory, the BCCI has announced a prize money of ₹131 crore for the players and support staff.

BCCI Announces Cash Reward for Team India

Following their historic victory in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, Team India has received some good news. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced a prize money of ₹131 crore for the Indian team that wins the World Cup.

India won the title by defeating New Zealand in the final match played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. With this victory, Team India also set a new record in T20 World Cup history.

Won the title for the second consecutive time

With this victory, the Indian team lifted the T20 World Cup trophy for the second consecutive time. India had previously won the previous edition of the T20 World Cup. With this, Team India became the first team to defend the title in this tournament. Furthermore, India has now become the first team to win the T20 World Cup three times. Previously, no team had won this tournament three times.

BCCI congratulated

The BCCI has congratulated the players, support staff, and selectors on Team India's historic achievement. The board stated that this success was achieved due to the players' hard work, teamwork, and outstanding performance. The BCCI's prize money of ₹131 crore will be distributed among the players, coaching staff, and support staff. This is considered one of the largest prizes in Indian cricket history.

Celebrations across the country

The country is in an atmosphere of celebration after winning the T20 World Cup. Fans are expressing their joy on social media and in the streets. The Indian team performed brilliantly throughout the tournament and maintained its dominance against New Zealand in the final. Both the batsmen and bowlers performed brilliantly at crucial moments.