India clinched the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 title after defeating New Zealand by 96 runs in the final played in Ahmedabad. With this victory, India not only lifted the prestigious trophy but also secured a significant share of the tournament’s prize pool.
The total prize money for the T20 World Cup 2026 was USD 11.25 million (approximately INR 101 crore), distributed among all participating teams based on their final standings and match performances.
As the champions of the tournament, India received USD 2.34 million (around INR 21.5 crore), while the runners-up New Zealand earned USD 1.17 million (around INR 10.75 crore).
Total Prize Pool for T20 World Cup 2026
| Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Prize Money | USD 11,250,000 |
| Total in INR | Approx. ₹101 crore |
T20 World Cup 2026 Prize Money Breakdown
| Position | Prize Money |
|---|---|
| Winner | USD 2,340,000 (₹21.5 crore) |
| Runners-up | USD 1,170,000 (₹10.75 crore) |
| Beaten Semifinalists | USD 675,000 (₹6.20 crore) |
| 5th–8th Places | USD 270,000 (₹2.48 crore) |
| 9th–12th Places | USD 135,000 (₹1.24 crore) |
| 13th–20th Places | USD 112,000 (₹1.03 crore) |
Additional Match-Based Rewards
Apart from finishing rewards, teams also received additional payments based on their performance in matches.
| Category | Prize Money |
|---|---|
| Per Match Win | USD 31,154 (₹28.64 lakh) |
| Base Prize Money (All Teams) | USD 112,500 (₹1.03 crore) |
Key Highlights
- India earned USD 2.34 million (₹21.5 crore) as T20 World Cup 2026 champions.
- New Zealand received USD 1.17 million (₹10.75 crore) as runners-up.
- The total prize pool of the tournament was USD 11.25 million.
- Every participating team received a base prize money of USD 112,500.
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