The Indian cricket team is on the cusp of winning another ICC title, having already booked their spot in the Champions Trophy final. With one more win, they’ll add another prestigious trophy to their cabinet. This isn’t unfamiliar territory for the team, as they won the Champions Trophy in 2013 under the captaincy of MS Dhoni. In fact, if we count their joint win in 2002, this would be their third Champions Trophy title. As the team gears up for the final, let’s take a look at the prize money they stand to gain. The ICC had announced the prize money for the tournament earlier, and it’s a staggering amount.
The ICC had declared that the winning team would receive a substantial amount of $2 million, which translates to approximately 19.5 crore rupees. The runner-up team, on the other hand, would get $1.1 million, or around 9.75 crore rupees. The two teams that lose in the semifinals will each receive $800,000, or approximately 4.85 crore rupees. The teams that finish fifth and sixth will get $400,000 each, or around 3 crore rupees, while the teams that finish seventh and eighth will receive $200,000 each, or around 1.2 crore rupees. Please note that these amounts are subject to change based on the exchange rate between the US dollar and the Indian rupee.
It’s worth mentioning that the Indian team has been performing exceptionally well, having won five matches so far. As per the ICC’s rules, each match win earns a team $300,000, or approximately 29.5 crore rupees. The team is in a strong position to take home the top prize, and the prize money will be a fitting reward for their hard work and dedication.
The Indian team is on the verge of creating history by becoming the second team to win the Champions Trophy twice. They had previously won the tournament in 2013, defeating England in the final. However, they lost to Pakistan in the 2017 final. This time around, they have a chance to redeem themselves and bring home the trophy. Australia is the other team that has won the Champions Trophy twice, but their campaign has already come to an end. The Indian team will be looking to capitalize on their momentum and make the most of this opportunity.