The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced a cash reward of ₹131 crore for Team India. This follows India’s triumph in the T20 World Cup 2026, where they successfully defended their title. BCCI’s decision has broken its own previous record. Earlier, when India won the 2024 T20 World Cup under Rohit Sharma’s captaincy, the reward was ₹125 crore.
Historic Victory Under Suryakumar Yadav’s Leadership
India’s win in the 2026 T20 World Cup came under the leadership of Suryakumar Yadav. The team secured the title by defeating New Zealand in the final, played at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium. With this victory, India became the first team in tournament history to successfully defend the T20 World Cup title.
BCCI’s Statement On The Reward
In a press release, the BCCI announced the ₹131 crore reward following India’s remarkable performance in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026. The team’s win not only secured the prestigious trophy but also marked India’s third T20 World Cup title. This achievement solidified India’s place among the most successful teams in the format’s history.
Congratulations to Players, Support Staff, and Selectors
The BCCI extended congratulations to the players, support staff, and selectors for their historic achievement. The board also wished them continued success in the future.
