The International Cricket Council has revealed 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, more than double the amount from 2024. The tournament is expected to break attendance and viewing records, with a record prize pool of $8.765 million. The ICC CEO, Sanjog Gupta, stated that the growth of women's cricket is accelerating, and the expansion of the tournament to 12 teams underlines the commitment to building a stronger global game. The event is expected to have a lasting impact on the socio-cultural landscape, with increased investment and opportunities for female athletes.
The tournament director, Beth Barrett-Wild, said 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 trophy tour will play a key role in building excitement ahead of the tournament, which will be held across 24 days in seven venues.