The 2024 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup promises thrilling cricket action and significant financial rewards for the participating teams. With a total prize money pool of $7,958,080, the stakes are higher than ever, and every match brings players closer to winning their share of the prize.
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Breakdown of the Prize Money:
The champion team will pocket $2,340,000, marking the largest prize in Women’s T20 World Cup history.
Runner-Up Earnings
The runner-up team will earn $1,170,000, showcasing the financial incentives at the final stage.
Losing Semi-Finalists
Both semi-finalist teams who fall short of the final will receive $675,000 each, totaling $1,350,000 for the two.
Group Stage Wins
For each group stage victory, teams will earn $31,154. With 20 matches in this phase, a total of $623,080 is set aside.
Teams Finishing 5th to 8th
Teams finishing between 5th and 8th place will receive $67,500 each, up to $270,000.
Teams Finishing 9th and 10th
The last two teams will also be rewarded $67,500 each, a combined total of $135,000.
Total Prize Pool
The total prize pool of the tournament stands at $7,958,080, distributed based on performance and progression through the competition.
Stage | Teams | Prize money (USD) | Total (USD) |
Winner | 1 | $2,340,000 | $2,340,000 |
Runner-up | 1 | $1,170,000 | $1,170,000 |
Losing semi-finalists | 2 | $675,000 | $1,350,000 |
Winner of each pool match | 20 | $31,154 | $623,080 |
Teams finishing 5th to 8th | 4 | $67,500 | $270,000 |
teams finishing 9th and 10th | 2 | $67,500 | $135,000 |
Total | $7,958,080 |
Other Key Points:
Host Country: Initially scheduled for Bangladesh, the tournament was moved to the UAE due to political unrest, although Bangladesh remains the official host.
Format: The 10 participating teams are divided into two groups, with the top two teams from each group progressing to the semi-finals.
Defending Champions: Australia, the current champions, will aim to defend their title after defeating South Africa in the previous edition.
With increased prize money and fierce competition, the 2024 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup is set to be one of the most exciting editions yet!