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DDCA Raises 2025-26 Season Prizes to Rs 1.43 Crore
The Delhi cricket association gave out prizes for the 2025-26 season.
The total prize money was Rs 1.43 crore.
This was 10 per cent more than the previous rewards across all categories.
Players and clubs were honoured for performing well in several competitions.
These included one-day, T20 and hot-weather tournaments.
The association also started prize money for the Women’s T20 League.
Winners in each of its 10 groups received Rs 2 lakh, and runners-up received Rs 1.75 lakh.
DDCA leaders said the money should encourage young players and help women’s cricket grow.
The Delhi & District Cricket Association awarded Rs 1.43 crore in total prize money for the 2025-26 season.
Prize rewards increased by 10 per cent across all categories.
Awards recognised champions, runners-up and leading performers at a ceremony at Arun Jaitley Stadium.
Women’s T20 League winners received Rs 2 lakh per group, while runners-up received Rs 1.75 lakh.
DDCA officials said the awards aim to support grassroots cricket and expand opportunities for women players.
- Who
- The Delhi & District Cricket Association, its officials, clubs and players.
- What
- The DDCA distributed Rs 1.43 crore in prizes for the 2025-26 season and increased rewards by 10 per cent.
- Where
- Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi.
- When
- At the annual prize distribution ceremony held on Thursday for the 2025-26 season.
- Why
- To recognise performances, encourage young cricketers and strengthen pathways and participation in women’s cricket.
Key facts
- Total prize money
- Rs 1.43 crore
- Season
- 2025-26
- Prize increase
- 10 per cent across all categories
- Women’s T20 League winners
- Rs 2 lakh for each of the 10 groups
- Women’s T20 League runners-up
- Rs 1.75 lakh for each of the 10 groups
- Competitions recognised
- DDCA League 40 Overs Tournament, Men’s T20 League and Hot Weather Tournament
- Ceremony venue
- Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi
Quotes
Rohan Jaitley
President of the Delhi & District Cricket Association
“The foundation of Delhi cricket is built at the grassroots, and our responsibility is to ensure that young cricketers have the right encouragement from the very beginning. These rewards and accolades are not just a recognition of what players have achieved but also a motivation for them to continue working hard and striving for higher levels.”
thehansindia.com
“The DDCA remains committed to strengthening Delhi cricket at every level, from the grassroots to the highest level of competition. Recognising and rewarding performances is an important part of that commitment, as it gives players and teams the encouragement to compete harder and aspire for greater heights.”
thehansindia.com
Sources
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