ICC Announces Record $6.9 Million Prize Pool for Champions Trophy 2025
The ICC Champions Trophy will return in 2025 after eight years. The ICC has announced a prize pool of $6.9 million for the tournament. This marks a 53% increase from the 2017 edition, making every match even more competitive.
Massive $6.9 Million Prize Pool Breakdown
The Champions Trophy 2025 winners will earn $2.24 million. The runners-up will get $1.12 million. The losing semi-finalists won’t go empty-handed either, securing $560,000 each.
Even teams that do not make it past the group stage will be rewarded:
- Group stage wins come with a $34,000 bonus per victory.
- 5th and 6th placed teams will earn $350,000 each.
- 7th and 8th placed teams will still receive $140,000 each.
- Every team is guaranteed $125,000 just for participating.
With such high stakes, every match is expected to be a thrilling contest.
Champions Trophy Returns to Pakistan After 29 Years
The 2025 edition is historic. It’s Pakistan’s first ICC event since the 1996 Cricket World Cup. Cricket fans in Pakistan have waited nearly 30 years for a global tournament at home. Now, excitement is at its peak.
The tournament will have the top eight ODI teams. They will be split into two groups of four. The top two teams from each group will move on to the semi-finals.
More Exciting News: Women’s Champions Trophy Announced
Exciting news! The ICC announced that the first Women’s Champions Trophy will start in 2027. This T20 tournament will expand the global cricket calendar even more.
Jay Shah on Champions Trophy’s Return
ICC Chair Jay Shah emphasized the significance of the 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.”
With a historic return, a record-breaking prize pool, and the promise of intense cricketing action, the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting tournaments in recent history.
