The ICC Champions Trophy 2025 has witnessed jaw-dropping performances and shocking revelations. One standout stat has caught everyone’s attention – the most expensive player of the tournament has earned a staggering Rs 3 lakh per run! Surprisingly, it’s not Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, or any star from England or Australia. Here are the top 10 takeaways from this financial spectacle in cricket.
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Pakistan’s Imam-ul-Haq has emerged as the most expensive player, earning Rs 3 lakh per run. Despite a huge payout, he managed just 10 runs in the tournament.
India’s captain Rohit Sharma has pocketed over Rs 19,672 for each run, scoring 61 runs in two matches. His BCCI contract ensures he receives Rs 6 lakh per ODI.
Despite scoring 122 runs in two matches, Virat Kohli’s per-run earning stands at Rs 9,806, considerably lower than Imam-ul-Haq’s cost-per-run ratio.
Virat Kohli has received Rs 12 lakh from BCCI for his participation in two ODIs, making him one of the highest-paid Indian cricketers in the tournament.
Pakistan’s skipper Babar Azam has earned over Rs 1 lakh per run, scoring 87 runs in two matches. His PCB contract provides him 4.5 million PKR for ODIs.
Imam-ul-Haq played just one match in ICC Champions Trophy 2025, replacing the injured Fakhar Zaman. Despite his limited participation, his per-run cost remains unmatched.
Pakistan's final group-stage match against Bangladesh in Rawalpindi was washed out, sealing their fate as the first team to exit the tournament.
The ICC announced a 53% hike in prize money compared to the 2017 edition, with the Champions Trophy winner set to receive $2.24 million.
After failing to make it past the group stage, Pakistan is set to receive $125,000, a disappointing end to their hosting campaign.
The team finishing second in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 will take home a massive $1.12 million, highlighting the high stakes in the tournament.
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