The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced a Rs580 million cash reward for Team India after their ICC Champions Trophy 2025 victory. This financial prize will be shared among players, coaching staff, support personnel, and the Men’s Selection Committee.
India’s Dominant Performance in the Tournament
India displayed exceptional performance throughout the tournament. “Under the able leadership of Captain Rohit Sharma, India dominated the tournament, securing four commanding victories en route to the final,” the BCCI stated.
To begin with, Team India secured a six-wicket win over Bangladesh. Soon after, they claimed another convincing six-wicket victory against Pakistan. Their winning streak continued as they defeated New Zealand by 44 runs. Eventually, they overcame Australia in the semi-final with a four-wicket win.
Dubai Hosts India’s Matches in Champions Trophy 2025
Dubai was chosen as a neutral venue for India’s matches, following the decision in December 2024. Consequently, the Dubai International Stadium hosted five crucial matches:
– India vs Bangladesh on February 20
– India vs Pakistan on February 23
– India vs New Zealand on March 2
– Semi-final on March 4
– Final on March 9
Meanwhile, the remaining tournament matches took place in Lahore.
Airfares Surge Ahead of India-Pakistan Clash
As anticipation for the India-Pakistan match grew, airfare prices surged. Travel experts had predicted a 20 to 50 percent increase. Furthermore, last-minute fares nearly doubled due to the rising demand.
With this historic victory, India strengthens its position as a global cricket powerhouse. Meanwhile, fans across the world continue celebrating this remarkable achievement.
