Cricket’s governing bodies play a pivotal role in managing the sport’s administration and finances. While the International Cricket Council (ICC) oversees the game globally, each nation has its own cricket board responsible for organising tournaments, handling player contracts, and securing revenue through broadcasting rights and sponsorships.
A recent report highlights the top 10 richest cricket boards in the world, with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) leading by a massive margin.
Top 10 Richest Cricket Boards (Net Worth as of December 2024)
- BCCI (India) – ₹17,200 crore
- Cricket Australia (CA) – ₹602 crore
- England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) – ₹507 crore
- Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) – ₹473 crore
- Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) – ₹439 crore
- Cricket South Africa (CSA) – ₹404 crore
- Zimbabwe Cricket Board (ZCB) – ₹327 crore
- Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) – ₹172 crore
- West Indies Cricket Board (WICB) – ₹129 crore
- New Zealand Cricket (NZC) – ₹77 crore
BCCI’s Unmatched Dominance
The BCCI’s net worth of ₹17,200 crore is over five times the combined net worth of the next nine boards (₹3,130 crore). This staggering difference underscores India’s unparalleled financial influence in world cricket.
With massive revenue streams from the IPL, broadcasting deals, and sponsorships, the BCCI continues to dominate global cricket economics, solidifying India’s position as the sport’s financial powerhouse.
