How will BCCI’s prize money of Rs 131 crore be divided between Surya-Gambhir and the players? Update came out

By Samira Vishwas On Mar 10, 2026

New Delhi: India has created history by winning the title of T20 World Cup 2026. Team India, captained by Suryakumar Yadav, won this trophy for the third time by defeating New Zealand by 96 runs in the final at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on March 8. This is the second consecutive victory, which has happened for the first time in cricket history.

On this spectacular victory, BCCI has announced a huge prize money of Rs 131 crore to the team. This amount is more than Rs 125 crore by 2024 and is the largest till date. In such a situation, let us know how much money will be given to which player.

BCCI prize money

BCCI announced this amount on March 10. This amount will be distributed among the players, coaching staff, support staff and selectors. Earlier, Rs 125 crore was given for winning the 2024 T20 World Cup. Now this record has been broken.

BCCI Secretary Devjit Saikia and other officials have congratulated the team. The board said that it is an honor for this historic achievement and wishes the team all the best for further success.

Prize money also received from ICC

Before the amount from BCCI, the team has also earned good money from ICC. The champion team has received approximately 3 million US dollars (about Rs 27.48 crore) from the ICC. Overall, the players’ earnings have increased significantly. The total prize pool of the tournament was of record level.

How will the amount be divided?

BCCI has not yet given complete details of the exact distribution of the amount. According to reports, this amount will be distributed on the basis of post. 15 players will get the highest share, while coaches, support staff and selectors will be given less amount according to their role. Players are expected to get ‘Lions Share’.

The amount of support staff will be decided on the basis of ‘hierarchy’. The official division may come out soon. This prize money is huge for the team members. A huge amount will come into the account of every player, which will be the reward for their hard work.