In the fiscal year 2024, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) amassed a total of 9,741 crore rupees, with the Indian Premier League (IPL) contributing roughly 59% of the earnings.

In the fiscal year 2024, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) amassed a total of 9,741 crore rupees, with the Indian Premier League (IPL) contributing roughly 59% of the earnings.

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The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) reported a significant increase in revenue for the financial year 2023-24 (FY24), marking a 48.5% growth from the previous year. The Indian Premier League (IPL) was the primary contributor, generating approximately ₹5,761 crore, accounting for nearly 59% of BCCI's total revenue[1][2][3][4].

Here's a breakdown of BCCI's revenue sources for FY24:

| Revenue Source | Amount (₹ Crore) | Notes | |---------------------------------------|------------------|-------------------------------------------------| | IPL Revenue | 5,761.00 | 59% of total income; primary revenue driver | | ICC Revenue Contribution | 1,042.35 | Income share from International Cricket Council | | Non-IPL Media Rights | 813.14 | Broadcasting rights for other international matches | | Women's Premier League (WPL) Revenue| 377.50 | Earnings from the women’s T20 league | | India Men’s International Matches | 361.22 | Revenues from home series, including ticket sales, hospitality, commercial rights | | Other Income (Interest, Misc.) | 1,377.96 | Includes ₹986.45 crore from interest on investments and fixed deposits |

Ticket sales and related revenues from men's international matches contributed approximately ₹361 crore[1][4]. The BCCI reportedly paid ₹4,578 crore to IPL franchises in FY24, indicating substantial payouts despite generating massive IPL revenue[5].

The IPL remains the crown jewel of BCCI’s income, dominating all other income streams despite lasting only about two months annually[1][4]. The Women's Premier League (WPL), a relatively new tournament, delivered a strong debut with earnings close to ₹378 crore, signifying growth potential in women's cricket[4].

Non-IPL media rights and ICC revenue distributions are significant but smaller components of overall BCCI income. Interest earnings from BCCI’s investments form a substantial chunk of "other income," demonstrating financial prudence and diversified revenue management[1][4]. The BCCI’s financial structure and revenue scale now resemble those of a major corporate entity, underlining cricket’s commercial importance in India[3].

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This comprehensive financial performance highlights BCCI's successful monetization of cricket via IPL, global broadcasting, sponsorships, and emerging leagues like WPL, while maintaining steady revenues from ICC and other international cricket activities[1][2][3][4].

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This article was published by 'BE Staff' on July 19, 2025, at 04:16 PM IST.

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