The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 has concluded in spectacular fashion, with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) securing their maiden IPL title after an 18-year-long wait. In a thrilling final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, RCB triumphed over Punjab Kings (PBKS) by a narrow margin of six runs, etching their name in history as champions. Their perseverance and determination finally paid off, bringing immense joy to their dedicated fan base.
As winners of IPL 2025, RCB will receive a substantial prize of ₹20 crore, while the runners-up PBKS will take home ₹12.5 crore. The prize structure remains unchanged since 2022, highlighting the tournament’s financial stability and market strength. The IPL, regarded as the world’s most lucrative T20 league, continues to offer significant rewards to its top-performing teams, reinforcing its reputation as the highest-paying competition in cricket.
The growth in IPL prize money over the years has been remarkable. In the inaugural season, Rajasthan Royals, the first-ever champions, earned ₹4.8 crore, while Chennai Super Kings, the runners-up, received ₹2.4 crore. This demonstrates how the prize money has multiplied over the years, now exceeding four times the original amounts. Teams making it to the playoffs also receive hefty rewards—Gujarat Titans, eliminated in the Eliminator match, will be awarded ₹6.5 crore, while Mumbai Indians, who exited in Qualifier 2, will receive ₹7 crore.
Beyond team accolades, individual performances in IPL 2025 were also rewarded with prestigious prizes. The Orange Cap, given to the tournament's highest run-scorer, was claimed by Gujarat Titans' Sai Sudharsan, while the Purple Cap for the leading wicket-taker went to Prasidh Krishna. Both players were honored with ₹10 lakh each, acknowledging their outstanding contributions to the league. These awards underscore the IPL’s commitment to recognizing and celebrating individual excellence in cricket.