The ICC has confirmed the final distribution of the 2026 T20 World Cup’s $11.25-million players’ prize money pool.
The Proteas, who lost at the semi-final stage having previously been unbeaten, received $1,005,577 (R16.5-million) for their efforts.
Prize money distribution:
- India – $2,639,423
- New Zealand – $1,422,692
- South Africa – $1,005,577
- England – $974,423
- West Indies – $538,269
- Pakistan – $522,692
- Zimbabwe – $491,538
- Sri Lanka – $475,962
- Afghanistan – $309,808
- Australia – $309,808
- USA – $309,808
- Scotland – $278,654
- Ireland – $271,731
- Italy – $256,154
- Netherlands – $256,154
- UAE – $256,154
- Nepal – $256,154
- Canada – $225,000
- Namibia – $225,000
- Oman – $225,000
All amounts listed above represent gross prize money across the group stage, Super Eights, semi-finals and final, and are calculated prior to any applicable tax compliance or deductions.
The totals reflect the base participation payment that each team receives ($225,000), final team placements, win bonuses and progression through each stage of the tournament.
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