The curtains came across the excitement 2023–25 World ICC World Championship (WTC) Cycle with a historic final which will be engraved in the cricket memory. Saturday June 14, South Africa scripted a golden chapter in their cricket story by defeating the reigning champions Australia By six counters in the final in Lord’s. With this victory, the Proteas put an end to their long wait for an ICC title – writing their first since the 1998 ICC trophy.
But silverware was not the only thing to gain. Alongside the WTC Mace coveted, South Africa left with a record cash price, because the ICC had previously announced its largest prize pool for a WTC edition. Each of the nine teams participating in the WTC 2023-25 cycle won part of the swimming pool, depending on its final classification.
South African champions take on a massive money price
The triumph of the title of South Africa brought them not only Global Glory, but also an amazing reward of $ 3.6 million, the highest sum awarded to a WTC winner. Under the direction of Temba bavumaProteas displayed grain, determination and unity, which makes them deserving cycle champions.
Australia, which entered the final as a reigning champions, could not reproduce their success in 2023 this time. However, their constant performance throughout the cycle made it possible to guarantee the finalist price of $ 2.16 million, a good consolation for their solid campaign. IndiaCompleting third in the WTC ranking, pocketed $ 1.44 million for their efforts.
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Complete WTC 2023-25 price distribution
- Winners (South Africa): $ 3,600,000
- Finalists (Australia): $ 2,160,000
- India: $ 1,440,000
- New Zealand: $ 1,200,000
- England: $ 960,000
- Sri Lanka: $ 840,000
- Bangladesh: $ 720,000
- West Indies: $ 600,000
- Pakistan: $ 480,000
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