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BCCI Awards Rs 7.5 Crore to U19 World Cup Champions for Historic Win

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced a cash reward of Rs 7.5 crore for the Indian team that won the ICC Under-19 Men's Cricket World Cup. India defeated England by 100 runs in the final to claim a record-extending sixth title at this level. The award will be distributed among players, technical staff, and the selection committee, with details being finalized. BCCI secretary Devajit Saikia also indicated that an announcement on central contracts for senior men's and women's players is forthcoming.

Key Points: BCCI Announces Rs 7.5 Cr Award for U19 World Cup Winning Team

  • Rs 7.5 crore total cash award
  • India's record sixth U19 title
  • Century by 14-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi
  • Holds both U19 men's and women's titles
  • Central contracts announcement soon
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BCCI announces cash award of Rs 7.5 cr for U19 Men's WC-winning team

BCCI awards Rs 7.5 crore to India's U19 Men's Cricket World Cup champions. Details on prize break-up and central contracts update inside.

"This outstanding achievement is a testament to the strength of a robust system - Devajit Saikia"

New Delhi, Feb 7

The BCCI have announced a total cash award of Rs 7.5 crore for the U20 Men's Cricket World Cup winning team, technical staff and the selection committee, the board's secretary Devajit Saikia toldon Saturday.

India beat England by 100 runs to win the ICC Under-19 Men's Cricket World Cup final at the Harare Sports Club in Harare on Friday, claiming a record-extending sixth U19 World Cup crown.

"A cash award of Rs 7.5 crore will be given to the Indian team who won the U19 Men's Cricket World Cup in Zimbabwe and Namibia. We are working on the details of the prize amount break-up for players, technical staff and the selection committee, but Rs 7.5 crore is the total reward for them from the BCCI," Saikia told IANS.

A staggering century from 14-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi fired India to ICC U19 Men's Cricket World Cup glory. Captain Ayush Mhatre (53) and wicketkeeper Abhigyan Kundu (40) also made valuable contributions as India racked up 411/9. England made a promising start in reply, but a middle-order collapse proved costly, with Caleb Falconer's brilliant 115 in vain as India clinched their sixth U19 Men's Cricket World Cup crown.

This title triumph completed a rare double, with India currently holding both the ICC Under-19 Men's and Women's World Cup titles.

Saikia further said that BCCI will soon announce the central contracts for senior men and women players, "Also, an official statement will come out very soon on the central contracts for senior men's and women's players," he added.

Earlier, Saikia congratulated Indian youth on their record-extending sixth U10 World Cup title. "This outstanding achievement is a testament to the strength of a robust system built on long-term player development, competitive domestic structures, quality coaching programmes supported by dedicated technical staff and a strong talent identification process.

"Age-group cricket remains a key priority, and the BCCI will continue to invest in and strengthen these foundations for the future. Well done, boys! The nation is immensely proud of you," he posted on X.

- IANS

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Priya S
Congratulations to the entire team! Holding both the U19 Men's and Women's World Cups is a historic achievement. Hope the prize money is distributed fairly, with a good chunk going directly to the young players who worked so hard.
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Rohit P
Rs 7.5 crore is a lot of money. While they deserve to be rewarded, I hope BCCI also ensures these youngsters get good financial guidance. We've seen young talents struggle with sudden wealth. The focus should remain on their cricket development.
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Sarah B
As someone new to following cricket in India, I'm amazed by the pipeline of talent. A 14-year-old star! This system seems to be working incredibly well. Well done to all the coaches and support staff behind the scenes too.
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Vikram M
Bahut badhiya! Beating England by 100 runs in the final is a statement. The real reward will be seeing these players graduate to the senior team and win more trophies for India. The investment in age-group cricket is paying off.
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Karthik V
Respectfully, while the award is great, I hope BCCI is equally prompt with the central contracts for senior players. They shouldn't have to wait. Both groups are important for Indian cricket's health.

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