Cricket, being the most-watched sport among all games, has a larger viewership, allowing cricket boards from around the world to earn billions. The financial strength of different boards from various countries demonstrates how effectively these boards manage sponsorships & advertising, franchise leagues, broadcasting rights, merchandise sales, corporate partnerships, investments, and revenue generated from ticket sales. In 2025, these 10 cricket boards achieved a remarkable feat and secured their place among the top ten richest cricket boards of the year.
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Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)
- Earning billions from the Indian Premier League alone.
- It holds the 1st position because of its massive Indian fan base.
- The IPL helps rank BCCI at the top; it also earns well through different sources such as sponsorships & advertising, investments, and merchandise sales.
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Cricket Australia (CA)
- With a wealth of 658 Cr, Cricket Australia (CA) holds the 3rd position in the list of the top 10 richest cricket boards of 2025.
- It earns well through the Big Bash League.
- CA also generates revenue through sponsorships with brands like Alinta Energy, KFC, and other corporate partners.
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England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB)
- The ECB stands just after the BCCI, making profits in millions.
- It holds the 2nd position with a total wealth of 492 Cr.
- The Hundred league, similar to the IPL, is also one of the important sources of revenue, in addition to broadcasting rights, sponsorships, and ticket sales revenue.
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Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB)
- With the steady revenue growth over the last few years, PCB holds the 4th rank among all the cricket boards.
- It has generated a total revenue of 458 Cr from broadcasting rights, sponsorship, and investment so far.
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Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB)
- Being highly inclined towards cricket compared to other sports, Bangladesh has also established its financial strength very well.
- Its total wealth is 425 Cr as of 2025, making it stand at the 5th position.
While the above-mentioned boards are in the top 5 ranks, being the most effective in sponsorship, advertising, investment, broadcasting rights, and merchandise sales, other boards beyond the top 5 are performing well.
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South Africa (SA)
- Though it faced financial struggles earlier, it still managed to remain on top.
- Standing in a good position with a total wealth of 392 Cr.
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Zimbabwe Cricket Board (ZCB)
- Being managed itself to be in the top despite being a small audience and nation.
- It is keeping up with a total wealth of 317 Cr.
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Sri Lanka (SL)
- It has experienced steady growth over the last few years, managing its financial strength very well.
- Holding a position with a total wealth of 166 Cr.
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West Indies (WI)
- It is ranked 9th among the top 10 richest cricket boards in the world because it has managed its financial stability very well, with one of its core revenue sources being the Caribbean Premier League.
- Standing tightly with a total wealth of 125 Cr.
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New Zealand (NZ)
- It has been consistently in the top 10 richest cricket boards for several years.
- With a total wealth of 75 Cr, it is holding right.
Conclusion
Though many boards are doing well in the cricket industry, BCCI has remained at rank 1st since the late 20’s, showing its well-stabilised financial strength, while other boards are on the way to becoming more stabilised in the industry.
FAQs
- Which is the richest cricket board in the world?
BCCI is the richest cricket board in the world in 2025.
- Is BCCI more powerful than ICC?
Yes, financially, BCCI is more powerful than ICC.
- Is FIFA richer than BCCI?
Yes, FIFA generates more revenue than the BCCI.
- Which sport is the richest?
Globally, football is considered to be the richest sport.