Asia Cup 2025 Prize Money: How Much Will Champions and Runners-Up Win?

Cricket fever is back as the Asia Cup 2025 gears up to begin on September 9 in the UAE. With the tournament being played in the T20 format, it promises not only high-voltage clashes but also a bigger prize pool than before. From the opening match between Afghanistan and Hong Kong to the much-awaited India vs Pakistan showdown, excitement is sky-high across the cricketing world.

Asia Cup 2025: Prize Money for Winners and Runners-Up

This year, the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) has raised the stakes with an increased prize fund.

• Winners: USD 300,000 (approx. ₹2.6 crore)
• Runners-up: USD 150,000

While an official announcement is awaited, reports suggest this will be the richest edition of the Asia Cup yet.

Teams Competing in Asia Cup 2025

Eight teams will be battling it out for continental glory:

• Direct entrants: India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan
• Qualified through ACC Premier Cup: UAE, Oman, Hong Kong

This mix of established giants and rising teams makes the competition more unpredictable and thrilling.

India’s Road to the Asia Cup 2025

Defending champions India, who hold a record eight Asia Cup titles, remain favourites despite missing veterans Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. Led by Suryakumar Yadav, the team will focus on building momentum ahead of the T20 World Cup 2026.

• First match: vs UAE on September 10 in Dubai
• Biggest clash: vs Pakistan on September 14 at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium
• Final group match: vs Oman at the Sheikh Zayed Stadium, Abu Dhabi

The possibility of multiple India vs Pakistan matches adds extra buzz, with fans across the globe eagerly awaiting this cricketing spectacle.

Why Asia Cup 2025 Matters

Apart from the prize money, the Asia Cup serves as a crucial preparatory tournament for teams eyeing the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup . With high-stakes encounters and regional pride on the line, the 2025 edition promises to be one of the most memorable in recent history.