ICC Women’s World Cup 2025 Prize Money: India’s women’s cricket team has scripted history at the ICC Women’s World Cup 2025! In a breathtaking semi-final clash, Harmanpreet Kaur’s fearless side pulled off one of the greatest victories in women’s cricket – defeating the mighty Australia after chasing down a mammoth 339-run target.
This win not only sealed India’s place in the World Cup final but also guaranteed the team a prize money of nearly Rs 20 crore. And the dream run isn’t over yet, one more win could double that amount and crown India as world champions.
A Final for the Ages
India will now take on South Africa in what promises to be a blockbuster World Cup Final at DY Patil Stadium, Mumbai, on Sunday, November 2.
If India lifts the trophy, they’ll pocket Rs 40 crore ($4.48 million) – the highest prize money ever awarded in women’s cricket history. This final isn’t just about glory; it’s about rewriting the narrative of women’s sport in India and the world.
ICC Brings Pay Parity to Cricket
The 2025 edition of the ICC Women’s World Cup has already gone down in history, not only for the on-field action but for a landmark equal pay policy.
For the first time ever, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced equal prize money for both men’s and women’s World Cups.
This year’s total prize pool stands at a record $13.88 million (approximately Rs 116 crore) – nearly three times higher than the 2022 edition held in New Zealand, which had a total of $3.5 million.
In fact, the 2025 Women’s World Cup prize pool even surpasses the 2023 Men’s World Cup, which offered $10 million, a huge leap for gender equality in global cricket.
Complete Prize Money Breakdown
| Position | Prize Money (USD) | Approx. (INR) |
|---|---|---|
| Winners | $4.48 million | Rs 40 crore |
| Runners-up | $2.24 million | Rs 20 crore |
| Losing Semi-finalists | $1.12 million each | Rs 9.3 crore |
| 5th & 6th Place | $700,000 each | Rs 5.8 crore |
| 7th & 8th Place | $280,000 each | Rs 2.3 crore |
| Group Stage Participation | $250,000 each | Rs 2 crore |
| Bonus per Group-Stage Win | $34,314 | Rs 28 lakh |
India’s Golden Chance to Make History
With confidence sky-high and the entire nation behind them, Harmanpreet Kaur, Smriti Mandhana, Shafali Verma, and Co. are just one step away from fulfilling India’s long-cherished dream, winning the Women’s World Cup title.
The semi-final win against Australia will go down as one of India’s greatest cricketing moments, but the ultimate glory awaits on November 2 at DY Patil Stadium.
A victory there would not only earn India Rs 40 crore in prize money but also cement their name in the history books as world champions.
