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R165 Million for 3rd Place

Following the successful conclusion of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026, the International Cricket Council (ICC) has confirmed the final distribution of the tournament’s US$11.25 million Players’ Prize Money pool, in line with the record-breaking increase to ICC prize money made in 2024.

Prize money distribution (US$):

  • India – $2,639,423
  • New Zealand – $1,422,692
  • South Africa – $1,005,577
  • England – $974,423
  • West Indies – $538,269
  • Pakistan – $522,692
  • Zimbabwe – $491,538
  • Sri Lanka – $475,962
  • Afghanistan – $309,808
  • Australia – $309,808
  • USA – $309,808
  • Scotland – $278,654
  • Ireland – $271,731
  • Italy – $256,154
  • Netherlands – $256,154
  • UAE – $256,154
  • Nepal – $256,154
  • Canada – $225,000
  • Namibia – $225,000
  • Oman – $225,000

All amounts listed above represent gross prize money across the group stage, Super 8s, semi-finals and final, and are calculated prior to any applicable tax compliance or deductions.

The totals reflect the base participation payment that each team receives ($225,000), final team placements, win bonuses and progression through each stage of the tournament.

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