Following India’s iconic victory at the Kensington Oval, secretary of Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) Jay Shah has announced that the prize money of Rs. 125 cr for the T20 World Cup 2024 “I am pleased to announce prize money of INR 125 Crores for Team India for winning the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. The team has showcased exceptional talent, determination, and sportsmanship throughout the tournament. Congratulations to all the players, coaches, and support staff for this outstanding achievement,” read the tweet on X.
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BCCI Secretary Jay Shah announced a prize of Rs 125 crore for Team India following their victory in the T20 World Cup 2024 at Kensington Oval. In a tweet, Shah praised the team’s exceptional talent, determination, and sportsmanship throughout the tournament. He highlighted India’s historic achievement as the first team to win the T20 World Cup without losing a single match.
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Shah further emphasized the team’s resilience under the leadership of Rohit Sharma, describing them as inspirational and resilient in the face of prior criticism, especially after their loss in the 2023 ODI World Cup final. He expressed pride in the team’s dedication and credited Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Jasprit Bumrah, and others for fulfilling the dreams of 1.4 billion Indians with their outstanding performance.
The announcement and Shah’s statement marked a moment of immense pride and celebration for the country, acknowledging India’s triumph on the global stage.