ICC Announces Record-Breaking Prize Money for Women’s World Cup 2025

The upcoming Women’s ODI World Cup will be historic, at least in terms of prize money, after the International Cricket Council (ICC) unveiled the record winnings on offer that set a new benchmark for the sport.

With the tournament just weeks away, the governing body confirmed a total prize pool of $13.88 million (PKR 3.928 billion), almost four times the $3.5 million offered at the last edition in 2022.

The eight‑team competition, co‑hosted by India and Sri Lanka from September 30, will boast the largest prize pool ever seen in women’s cricket, even surpassing the men’s World Cup prize money of $10 million from 2023.

Under the revised structure, the champions will pocket $4.48 million (PKR 1.267 billion) which is an almost 239% increase on the $1.32 million Australia claimed in 2022. The runners‑up will receive $2.24 million (PKR 633.9 million), while the losing semi‑finalists are guaranteed $1.12 million (PKR 316.9 million) each.

Every match in the tournament now carries a hefty reward as well. Each participating team will earn a minimum of $250,000 (PKR 70.7 million), and each group‑stage victory will bring in an additional $34,314. Teams finishing fifth and sixth will take home $700,000 each (PKR 198.1 million), with seventh and eighth banking $280,000  (PKR 79.2 million) apiece.

For Pakistan, the announcement carries added significance. The Women in Green, who have shown steady progress on the international stage, now have not only pride but also unprecedented financial incentives driving their campaign. With the stakes higher than ever, Fatima Sana’s side will be motivated to push deep into the tournament.

The Women’s World Cup begins on September 30 in Guwahati, where hosts India face Sri Lanka in the curtain‑raiser. Pakistan’s fixtures will be closely watched as the national side aims to make history in a tournament that promises to redefine the women’s game on and off the field.