New Delhi: The Indian cricket team will get a prize money of Rs 125 crore after winning the T20 World Cup. It was announced by the Board of Control for Cricket in India’s general secretary Jay Shah on Sunday, a day after the triumph.
Rohit Sharma-led India defeated South Africa by seven runs to claim their second T20 World Cup title in Bridgetown, Barbados, where Shah was present to witness history being created.
“I am pleased to announce prize money of INR 125 Crores for Team India for winning the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024,” Shah wrote on social media platform X.
“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!,” he added while lauding the team’s work ethic.
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… pic.twitter.com/KINRLSexsD
— Jay Shah (@JayShah) June 30, 2024
‘Silenced critics’
Shah also said that the team an its players were under a lot of pressure and they answered their critics in style, playing an impressive brand of cricket.
“Under the exceptional leadership of Rohit Sharma, this team has shown remarkable resolve and resilience, becoming the first team in the history of the ICC T20 World Cup to win the tournament unbeaten,” he said in a statement.
Shah said India’s march to the title was based on a strong work ethic that enbaled them to full the expectations of billions of Indians.
“They have faced and silenced their critics with stellar performances time and again. Their journey has been nothing short of inspirational, and today, they join the ranks of the greats.
“This team has made us all proud with their dedication, hard work, and unyielding spirit. Led by Rohit Sharma, and ably assisted by Virat Kohli, Jasprit Bumrah and others they have fulfilled the dreams and aspirations of 1.4 billion Indians.”
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