Record Prize Money Announced For Upcoming SA v AUS World Test Championship Final
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The prize pool for the World Test Championship Final between South Africa and Australia has been announced.
With less than a month to go until the one-off Test at Lord's between South Africa and Australia, the ICC has unveiled a record prize money pool for the 2023–25 edition of the ICC World Test Championship.
The total prize pool for the WTC 2023-25 Final stands at USD $5.76 million, more than double that of the previous two editions.
The champions will walk away with USD $3.6 million, a significant jump from the USD $1.6 million awarded in both 2021 and 2023 while the runners-up will earn USD $2.16 million, up from USD $800,000.
It's exciting to announce that the winner of the #WTC25 Final between South Africa and Australia will earn $3.6M, with the runner-up to receive $2.1M. The increase in prize money exhibits our efforts to prioritize Test cricket and build on momentum from previous WTC cycles. @ICC pic.twitter.com/GMgWxM7GSb — Jay Shah (@JayShah) May 15, 2025
South Africa topped the WTC25 standings and became the first team to secure a spot in the final at Lord's, courtesy of series victories over Pakistan, West Indies, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka, along with a drawn home series against India.
Australia booked their place in the final with a 3-1 triumph over India in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Their strong campaign also included a 3-0 sweep of Pakistan at home and away series wins against New Zealand and Sri Lanka.
Speaking on the announcement, ICC Chair Jay Shah said: 'We have witnessed a very interesting third cycle of the ICC World Test Championship, where the finalists were decided only towards the end of the competition.
'The championship has showcased remarkable performances from players of different teams, culminating in a final between these two exceptional squads – a true celebration of cricket.
'I am sure spectators at Lord's, along with fans tuning in from all over the world, will be treated to some top-class cricket in this revered format when Australia and South Africa take the field less than a month from now.
'On behalf of the ICC, I extend best wishes to the players of both teams in their preparations for the prestigious match."
Both captains have their sights set on glory at Lord's, with South Africa chasing an elusive ICC title, while Australia aim to make history as the tournament's first two-time champions.
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