Men's Cricket World Cup Prize Money: From Record to Present!
The biggest stage in cricketICC Men's ODI World Cup. Every four years, the world's best teams fight for the title in this tournament. But it's not just the trophy, there are billions of taka in prize money here! Starting from the first edition in 1975 to the last World Cup in 2023 - the prize money has increased by leaps and bounds. Let's find out in detail who got how much, why so much money and what is the position of Bangladesh.
2023 World Cup: Latest record prize money
The total prize pool for the 2023 World Cup in India was10 million dollars(About 11 billion Bangladeshi taka). This is the same as the 2015 and 2019 editions, but much more than the Women's World Cup. Australia has become the champion4 million dollars(Approximately 440 crore taka).
Full breakdown (2023):
How much did Bangladesh get?
The Tigers have only won 2 of their 9 matches. So:
2 wins × 40,000 =$80,000
Not reaching the semis +$100,000
Total: $180,000(approx.2 crore taka)।
How much was the prize money in previous tournaments?
The prize money has been increasing gradually. See the table:
Fun Facts: In 1975, the champion West Indies received a trophy and a small honorarium. Today, Australia alone has 4.4 billion!
Why so much money? The story behind the prize money
Broadcast rights: ICC earns billions from TV, streaming. 300 million people watched the 2023 final!
Equality: ICC announces in 2023 — 2025 Women's World Cup tooThe same 10 million dollars! (Which is 300% more than the previous women's event)
Development: Small teams (like the Netherlands) receive millions of dollars—which helps build their academies.
What is the lesson for Bangladesh?
Bangladesh has not yet reached the semi-finals. But they are getting several crores of taka every tournament. With this money, BCB:
Men and women are expanding the academy
Strengthening the domestic league
Training the youth team
2027 World Cup(South Africa, Zimbabwe, Namibia) are coming with 14 teams. The prize money could increase even more! If the Tigers reach the semis—then88 croreJust for the semis!
Comparison: Football World Cup vs Cricket
Football 2022: Argentina crowned champions$42 million
Cricket 2023: Australia4 million
Cricket is still lagging behind, but it is moving forward quickly.
Last words: Time to dream!
Prize money is not just money—it proves how big a game cricket is. If Bangladeshi boys play in the semis in 2027, 88 crore taka will come to the country. And if they win the championship?440 crore!
So, cricket-loving brothers and sisters, support us. Let the Bangladesh flag fly high in the next World Cup! Tell us in the comments—how much money do you think the champion should get?
(Source: ICC Official, 2023-2025 Update. Calculated on the basis of 1 dollar = 110 taka.)
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