ICC Women's T20 World Cup 2026 Announces Record Prize Money of $8.76 Million The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced a record prize pool of $8,764,615 for the 2026 Women’s T20 World Cup, marking a 10% increase from the 2024 edition. This amount surpasses the previous record of $7,958,077 set during the 2024 tournament in the United Arab Emirates. The decision reflects the growing popularity and financial investment in women’s cricket, with the tournament set to feature 12 teams for the first time. The winner of the 2026 tournament will receive $2,340,000, while the runner-up will be awarded $1,170,000. Teams eliminated in the semifinals will share $675,000 each. Additionally, every team will receive a guaranteed minimum prize of $247,500, regardless of their performance. This structure ensures all participating teams benefit from the tournament’s financial success. The tournament, which will take place from June 12 to July 24, 2026, will feature matches across seven venues in England, including Birmingham, Manchester, and Leeds. The final will be held in Birmingham, with the opening match between England and Sri Lanka scheduled for June 12. Participating teams include Australia, Bangladesh, India, Ireland, Netherlands, New Zealand, Pakistan, Scotland, South Africa, and West Indies, making it the most expansive edition of the tournament to date. To build anticipation, the ICC has launched a global Trophy Tour, beginning in London on May 5, 2026. The tour will visit key European cities, including Edinburgh, Amsterdam, Dublin, and Edinburgh, with events designed to engage fans and promote the tournament. The tour will culminate in a grand finale in London, where the ICC Trophy will be unveiled at Lord’s Cricket Ground, a historic venue for cricket.#icc #sanjay_gupta #beth_barrett_wild #women_s_t20_world_cup_2026 #lord_s_cricket_ground
