The International Cricket Council has confirmed a 10% increase in the total prize fund for the Women's T20 World Cup 2026, set to take place in England and Wales. The winning team will receive $2.34 million, while the runners-up will take home $1.17 million. All participating teams are guaranteed a minimum of $247,500.
The tournament, which will feature 12 teams, is expected to break attendance and viewing records. The ICC CEO, Sanjog Gupta, stated that the growth of women's cricket is accelerating, and the expansion of the tournament, combined with a record prize pool, demonstrates the commitment to building a stronger global game. The tournament director, Beth Barrett-Wild, added that the event is set to be a landmark moment for the game, with record-breaking ticket demand and the largest-ever prize pot for a global women's T20 competition.
The 33-match event will be held across 24 days in seven venues, featuring teams from around the world, including Australia, Bangladesh, India, and New Zealand.