Asia Cup Prize Money​

Sakshi Sharma

Asia Cup Prize Money​ (Source:@viomaxhome,x.com)Asia Cup Prize Money​ (Source:@viomaxhome,x.com)

The Asia Cup 2025 is just knocking on the door with significant buzz among the cricketing fans. The upcoming event is a major cricket tournament featuring top Asian teams. One of the most notable talking points about this year's tournament is that it will be played in the T20 format. Eight teams will compete against each other - India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, UAE, Oman and Hong Kong.

In the previous edition of the Asia Cup, which was played in ODI format, India emerged as the champions, defeating Sri Lanka in the final by 10 wickets. Having said this, in this article, let's take a look at the prize money the winners and the runner-up will receive.

Asia Cup Prize Money​ For Winners

Asia Cup Prize Money​ For Winners (Source:@SPORTYVISHAL,x.com)Asia Cup Prize Money​ For Winners (Source:@SPORTYVISHAL,x.com)

With the Asia Cup 2025 approaching, fans have started discussing the prize money for the winners and other teams in the continental tournament. It is important to mention that the last year's Asia Cup 2023 was played in a 50-over format. In 2022, the tournament was played in the shortest format (T20) between Sri Lanka and Pakistan. 

Sri Lanka, under the astute leadership of Dasun Shanaka, defeated the 'Men in Green' by 23 runs. As the winners, they received USD 200,000 (roughly Rs 1.6 crore), according to DNA India.

 As per the information available, this year the winner of the Asia Cup will get more money. It is expected (according to DNA India) that the prize money amount is likely to increase by 50 per cent, that is, USD 300,000 in Asia Cup 2025 (roughly Rs 2.6 crore). 

Asia Cup Prize Money​ For Runners Up

Asia Cup Prize Money​ For Runners Up (Source:@cricbuzz,x.com)Asia Cup Prize Money​ For Runners Up (Source:@cricbuzz,x.com)

The runners-up of the Asia Cup 2022 were Pakistan, and they received USD 100,000 (approx Rs 80 lakh) against Sri Lanka.

However, coming to this year (2025), it is expected that the prize money amount might increase by 50%. And if this happens, then in the Asia Cup 2025, the runners-up will likely get USD 150,000 (approx Rs 1.3 crore). However, please note that there is no official confirmation regarding the amount and official figures. 

Man Of The Match's Prize Money In Asia Cup

Man Of The Match's Prize Money In Asia Cup (Source:@Thomi_Mind,x.com)Man Of The Match's Prize Money In Asia Cup (Source:@Thomi_Mind,x.com)

In 2022, when the tournament was played in T20 format, the man of the match in the final game between Sri Lanka and Pakistan was Bhanuka Rajapaksa.

The star batter played a superb innings and helped his team become the champions. He made 71* of 45 balls with a strike-rate of 157.78. 

For his heroic performance, he was also awarded the Player of the Match. This year, it is likely expected that the player of the match will receive USD 5,000, that is, INR 4.34 lakhs.

Man Of The Series Prize Money

Wanindu Hasaranga in Asia Cup 2022 (Source:@AkhilaSene97,x.com)Wanindu Hasaranga in Asia Cup 2022 (Source:@AkhilaSene97,x.com)

The player of the tournament in the Asia Cup 2022 was Sri Lanka's Wanindu Hasaranga. The ace spinner received $15,000 (approx 13,2576.90 INR) for commendable performance. In the entire tournament, he took nine wickets and made 66 runs in the 6 matches. This year, the player of the tournament will likely get more prize money.

FAQs: Asia Cup Prize Money​

Q.1. Where is the Asia Cup 2025?

Answer: The Asia Cup 2025, hosted by India, will be played in Dubai and Abu Dhabi from September 9-28.

Q.2. Who is the captain of India Asia Cup 2025?

Answer: In Asia Cup 2025, Suryakumar Yadav will lead India and the vice-captain is Shubman Gill. 

Q.3. Which country will host the Asia Cup 2025?

Answer: Officially hosted by India, the Asia Cup 2025 is set to commence at a neutral venue in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), due to the geopolitical conflict between India and Pakistan.