The 2025 ICC Champions Trophy was the ninth edition of the tournament. It was held from February 19 to March 9, 2025, across Pakistan and the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Following the group stage matches, India, Australia, South Africa, and New Zealand advanced to the semi-finals.
India beat Australia in the first semifinal to become first team to reach final of the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. In the second semifinal at Gaddafi Stadium in Lahore, New Zealand overcame South Africa to set up a rematch with India in the final. Batting first, the Black Caps posted 251/7. The Men in Blue chased this down in 49 overs with four wickets in hand to win the title. This win made Team India the first team to win the ICC Champions Trophy title three times, as of March 2025.
ICC Champions Trophy's prize money
For the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, $6.9 million in prize money has been allocated by the ICC for the first time which is a 53% rise from 2017. India, who won the tournament, will receive $2.24 million while New Zealand, the runner-up, will get half at $1.12 million. Semi-finalists South Africa and Australia will each earn $560,000, as per ICC's official website.
Afghanistan and Bangladesh, who finished fifth and sixth respectively, will take home $350,000 each. Pakistan and England, finishing seventh and eighth, will receive $140,000 each. Every team that participated in the tournament is assured a minimum payout of $125,000. Furthermore, teams will earn $34,000 for each group-stage victory, as stated on the ICC’s official website.
| Position | Prize Money (USD) |
| Champions (India) | $2.24 million |
| Runners Up (New Zealand) | $1.12 million |
| Losing semi-finalists | $560,000 each |
| 5th & 6th place | $350,000 each |
| 7th & 8th place | $140,000 each |
| Participation Rewards (all teams) | $125,000 each |
| Group Stage match win bonus | $34,000 per win |
FAQs on ICC Champions Trophy Prize Money
A. The ICC has raised the prize pool for the Champions Trophy by 53%, with the tournament winners set to take home $2.24 million.
A. India has won the ICC Champions Trophy more times than any other team, lifting the trophy three times—a record in the tournament’s history.
A. The white coat for the 2025 Champions Trophy represents more than just an award—it’s a symbol of strategy and legacy, honoring the dedication, resilience, and journey of the players who have given their all to the game.
A. India won the Champions Trophy in 2025.
