In a major transfer that displays the rising stature of Check cricket, the Worldwide Cricket Council (ICC) has introduced a whopping complete prize purse of $5.76 million (roughly ₹49.29 crore) for the ICC World Check Championship (WTC) 2023-25 cycle. The determine marks a serious monetary leap, with the prize fund greater than doubling in comparison with the earlier editions.
The governing physique revealed that every one 9 taking part groups can be rewarded primarily based on their standings within the last WTC desk. The lion’s share of the purse, unsurprisingly, is reserved for the 2 finalists. This initiative, in line with the ICC, goals to incentivize excellence within the longest format of the sport.
South Africa and Australia set for high-stakes WTC last at Lord’s
The grand finale of the WTC 2023-25 is ready to happen on the iconic Lord’s Cricket Floor in London, commencing on June 11. Australia, the defending champions, and a resurgent South African aspect have secured their locations within the summit conflict after an intense two-year qualification cycle.
Australia can be eyeing back-to-back WTC titles, whereas South Africa will look to finish their ICC trophy drought. With pleasure, historical past, and a considerable prize at stake, the ultimate guarantees to be an exciting contest between two high quality Check outfits. Notably, the winner of the ultimate will stroll away with $3.6 million (roughly ₹30.79 crore), whereas the runner-up will take dwelling $2.16 million (round ₹18.47 crore).
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India to obtain a whopping prize cash
Regardless of falling wanting reaching the ultimate, Staff India has not returned empty-handed. The Males in Blue, who completed third within the WTC factors desk, have earned $1.44 million — roughly ₹12.31 crore. Whereas the end result could sting for a aspect that was seen as a powerful contender for the ultimate, the monetary reward provides a small comfort.
India’s constant performances at dwelling and overseas had them in a powerful place halfway via the cycle. Nonetheless, essential defeats within the latter phases dented their last qualification hopes.
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