The International Cricket Council (ICC) has officially announced the prize money distribution for the 2025 World Test Championship (WTC) Final, with the winner of the highly anticipated Australia vs South Africa clash at Lord’s set to receive a massive ₹30.79 crore (USD 3.6 million).
This is more than double the prize awarded to the winners in the previous two editions of the WTC, underlining the tournament’s growing prestige and commercial importance in the red-ball format. The total prize pool for the 2023–25 cycle stands at USD 5.76 million (approx. ₹49.25 crore).
India Bags ₹12.31 Crore for Finishing Third
Although India missed out on reaching a third consecutive final, they still secured a healthy third-place finish in the WTC standings and will earn ₹12.31 crore (USD 1.44 million) for their performance across the two-year cycle.
The runner-up of the final — scheduled for June 11 at Lord’s — will receive ₹18.47 crore (USD 2.16 million), also a significant increase from the USD 800,000 awarded in earlier editions.
ICC Chairman Jay Shah Praises Finalists
ICC Chairman Jay Shah lauded the competitive nature of the current WTC cycle, stating: “The third cycle of the ICC World Test Championship has been thrilling right to the end. Australia and South Africa have shown remarkable consistency, and we look forward to a grand final at Lord’s.”
How Australia and South Africa Reached the Final
- South Africa topped the WTC standings with strong series wins against Pakistan, West Indies, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka, and drew their home series against India. They aim to lift their first ICC Test title.
- Australia, the defending champions, defeated India 3-1 in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, whitewashed Pakistan 3-0 at home, and secured away wins over New Zealand and Sri Lanka.
Captains React: Bavuma and Cummins Eye Glory
South African captain Temba Bavuma expressed pride in reaching the final: “This is a golden opportunity to win an ICC title. We understand the magnitude of the match at Lord’s and will give it our all.”
Australian skipper Pat Cummins added: “To defend our WTC title at Lord’s is a huge honor. Everyone in the squad has contributed to this moment, and we’re focused on finishing strong against South Africa.”
WTC Final 2025 Details:
Match: Australia vs South Africa
Date: June 11, 2025
Venue: Lord’s Cricket Ground, London
Winner’s Prize: ₹30.79 crore
Runner-Up: ₹18.47 crore
India’s Share: ₹12.31 crore
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