The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced a record-breaking prize pool of USD 13.88 million for the Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025, making it the biggest prize fund in women’s cricket history.
The tournament, which will be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka from September 30 to November 2, 2025, will mark a major step forward in women’s cricket, with the total prize money now even exceeding the USD 10 million prize pool of the Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023.
Prize Money Breakdown
The ICC has increased payouts for every stage of the tournament, ensuring that all eight teams receive a share of the historic prize fund.
| Position / Achievement | Prize Money (USD) | Increase from 2022 |
|---|---|---|
| Winners | $4.48 million | 239% rise from $1.32M |
| Runners-up | $2.24 million | 273% rise from $600k |
| Losing Semi-finalists (each) | $1.12 million | Nearly 4x increase |
| 5th & 6th Place (each) | $700,000 | Significant hike |
| 7th & 8th Place (each) | $280,000 | Significant hike |
| Group Stage Participation (each team) | $250,000 | Guaranteed payout |
| Per Group Stage Win | $34,314 | Additional incentive |
This 297% overall increase compared to the 2022 edition underscores ICC’s commitment to growing the women’s game and achieving pay parity with men’s cricket.
A Defining Moment for Women’s Cricket
ICC Chairman Jay Shah called this development a “landmark moment”, stating:
“This four-fold increase in prize money is a defining milestone for women’s cricket. It reflects our clear commitment to its long-term growth and sends a strong message — women cricketers must know they will be treated on par with men if they choose this sport professionally.”
Tournament Schedule & Venues
The 2025 Women’s Cricket World Cup will feature eight teams competing across five venues in India and Sri Lanka.
- Opening Match: September 30, 2025 – India vs Sri Lanka in Guwahati
- Venues: Guwahati, Indore, Navi Mumbai, Visakhapatnam, Colombo
- Final Date: November 2, 2025
The ICC promises a world-class tournament experience designed to inspire the next generation of players and fans worldwide.
This announcement is a game-changer for women’s cricket:
- It is the largest-ever prize fund in the history of women’s cricket.
- It sets a benchmark for gender equality in global sports.
- It incentivizes teams to perform at their best, with bonuses for every win.
- It reflects cricket’s rapidly growing fan base and commercial potential.
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Conclusion
The Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 will not just be a sporting event — it will be a celebration of progress, equality, and excellence in cricket. With a prize pool larger than the men’s event and a commitment to delivering a top-class experience, this edition is expected to break records both on and off the field.
