Pakistan’s journey in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 wrapped up unexpectedly early, with the team bowing out in the group stage, much to the dismay of fans. Despite facing economic hurdles, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) made significant investments in preparing to host the event. Now, the burning question remains: what is the prize money Pakistan will actually walk away with?
### The Financial Context
Pakistan is no stranger to economic turmoil, often relying on international aid to stay afloat. So, when they decided to host the Champions Trophy, many eyebrows were raised. This decision was more than just about cricket—it was a bold move seen as a big leap of faith. The government and PCB poured considerable resources into enhancing stadiums like Lahore’s Gaddafi Stadium, even as the country dealt with soaring inflation and rising living costs in 2024.
### Prize Money Breakdown
The prize pool for the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 stands at a hefty $6.9 million, marking a 53% jump from the 2017 edition. The champions will earn a cool $2.24 million, with the runners-up securing $1.12 million. Teams reaching the semi-finals receive $560,000. Those ending up in fifth and sixth places pocket $350,000 each, while the seventh and eighth teams earn $140,000. Plus, every participating team is assured a $125,000 participation fee.
### Pakistan’s Prize Money
For Pakistan, the outcome means missing out on the more lucrative prizes. Their journey ends with a sum of $265,000, which combines the participation fee and what they earned from the group stages. This payout reflects their position in Group A, where they could only manage one point over three games, courtesy of a no-result against Bangladesh.
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### Tournament Performance
From the start, Pakistan’s campaign was fraught with setbacks. They were defeated in their opener against New Zealand and couldn’t bounce back in the pivotal match against India. Rain played spoilsport in their final fixture against Bangladesh, leading to a lackluster net run rate of -1.0873. Bangladesh, despite also exiting the tournament, surpassed Pakistan in the standings because of a slightly better net run rate.
This early departure has sparked debates around the future direction of Pakistan’s cricket team and the decisions of the PCB. There’s growing chatter about possible overhauls in the coaching staff and support team in light of this latest disappointment at an ICC event.
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