The ICC has announced a record-breaking prize pool of USD 5.76 million for the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) Final 2023–25, set to be played between South Africa and Australia at Lord’s from June 11–15. The winners will receive USD 3.6 million, while the runners-up will earn USD 2.16 million—more than double the prize money from previous editions. South Africa topped the WTC standings after dominant series wins, while Australia sealed their spot with key victories, including a 3-1 win over India. A promotional video featuring players and legends has further built anticipation for the prestigious “Ultimate Test.”
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The ICC has doubled the stakes, announcing a massive $5.76 million prize pot for the WTC 2023–25 Final, making it the most lucrative Test match in history.
The champions will walk away with a staggering $3.6 million, a massive leap from the $1.6 million awarded in previous finals—highlighting the growing commercial power of Test cricket.
Even the losing side will bag $2.16 million, more than double the previous runner-up prize, reflecting how the ICC is rewarding elite Test performances.
With wins over Pakistan, West Indies, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka, South Africa are hungry to lift their first-ever ICC trophy, adding drama to this high-stakes showdown.
Pat Cummins’ men are out to become the first two-time WTC champions, having booked their final ticket with dominant wins over India, Pakistan, and New Zealand.
The WTC Final at Lord’s (June 11–15) adds a historic flavour, making it a bucket-list event for cricket fans and a global spectacle on hallowed English turf.
The ICC dropped a thrilling promotional video featuring Smith, Rabada, Bavuma, Head, Pollock, Hayden, Steyn, and more—driving massive fan engagement ahead of the WTC Final.
With the world watching, this one-off Test has become the centrepiece of red-ball cricket, drawing fans, legends, and pundits into the countdown hype.
From India’s third-place $1.44 million to Pakistan’s $480,000 for ninth, the WTC prize distribution ensures that all teams benefit from their performance.
Searches for "WTC 2025 prize money," "WTC Final at Lord’s," and "South Africa vs Australia Test Final" are trending—cementing this event’s place as a landmark in Test cricket history.
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