The money-spinning Indian Premier League is renowned for being the world's richest cricket competition.
With television rights valued in the billions and the sport's best players lured to the league on lucrative contracts, we've taken a look at the prize money on offer in the IPL.
IPL prize money
The total prize money on offer in the Indian Premier League has steadily increased since the initial INR 4.8 crore which was on offer to the winner in the inaugural 2008 season.
In 2024, a total of INR 46.5 crore was set aside for the competition. Only the four teams who progress to the play-offs receive a share of the prize money pool.
IPL prize money breakdown
Result | Prize Money |
Winner | INR 20 Crore (£1.7m) |
Runner-up | INR 13 Crore (£1.16m) |
Third | INR 7 Crore (£625k) |
Fourth | INR 6.5 Crore (£580k) |
IPL Orange Cap prize money
The recipient of the Orange Cap - the leading run-scorer at the end of the tournament - will receive INR 15 lakh (£13,000).
IPL Purple Cap prize money
The individual who is the leading wicket-taker in the IPL is awarded the Purple Cap and receives INR 15 lakh (£13,000).
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