BCCI Announces Rs 7.5 Crore Reward for Title-Winning India U-19 World Cup Team

India’s Under-19 team had clinched a record sixth World Cup title and was rewarded with a historic cash prize by the BCCI.

The World Cup always brings out the best in teams across formats and age groups, and the cricketing world recently witnessed another memorable chapter during the Under-19 World Cup 2026. India’s Under-19 side produced a dominant, title-winning campaign that captured attention across the globe.

Facing England Under-19 in a high-voltage final, the young Indian team outperformed their opponents in every department. After lifting the trophy for a record sixth time, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced a historic and record-breaking prize money for the champions.

BCCI Unveils Massive Prize Money for Title-Winning India U-19 team

India’s young cricketers once again showcased their class on the biggest stage. The recently concluded Under-19 World Cup 2026 added another golden chapter to Indian cricket history as the team went unbeaten throughout the tournament and claimed the prestigious title for the sixth time.

Following the historic triumph, praise poured in from all quarters, but it was the BCCI’s announcement that truly stood out. The apex body of Indian cricket declared a cash reward of Rs 7.5 crore for the victorious squad.

BCCI Secretary Devajit Saikia confirmed the prize money and applauded the composure and consistency shown by the team during their unbeaten run in the tournament.

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“The whole country and BCCI are proud of our Under-19 side on their Under-19 World Cup 2026 victory. The way our team defeated England in the finals, and how they remained undefeated in the tournament, we are all proud. The BCCI will reward the team with Rs 7.5 crore cash prize,” he said.

India’s Dominant Victory In World Cup

India’s form throughout the tournament was exceptional, as they reached the final without suffering a single defeat. While they dominated most matches, their best performance came in the summit clash against England Under-19.

Batting first in the final, India lost opener Aaron George early. However, Vaibhav Suryavanshi and captain Ayush Mhatre steadied the innings with a crucial partnership that shifted momentum firmly in India’s favour. Even after Mhatre’s dismissal, Suryavanshi continued his attacking display, receiving valuable support from the rest of the batting line-up. India eventually posted a massive total of 411 runs.

While defending the total, England showed resistance. Their top order provided a solid start, and Caleb Falconer’s outstanding knock of 115 runs off just 65 balls kept England in the contest. However, the Indian bowlers held their nerve and closed out the match, sealing a commanding 100-run victory to clinch the title in emphatic fashion.