In a testament to its unshakeable financial muscle, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has projected a staggering ₹8,963 crore in BCCI revenue 2025 for the fiscal year 2025-26. This comes even as the board navigates the fallout from ending its ₹358 crore Dream11 deal and a dip in ICC revenue share.
As cricket's global powerhouse, BCCI's adaptability underscores why it's still the richest cricket board, fueling fan excitement just weeks after Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli's Vijay Hazare Trophy heroics.
Sponsor Shake-Up: From Dream11 to Apollo's Wheel
The Dream11 BCCI deal, inked in 2023 as Team India's lead sponsorship, hit the skids in August 2025. The Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill banned real-money gaming, slamming platforms like Dream11 with revenue losses. "It was a tough call, but regulatory clarity demanded it," says cricket analyst Rajeev Shukla, a BCCI veteran. The split created a void, but BCCI swiftly pivoted.
Enter Apollo Tyres as the new principal sponsor, inking a higher-valued jersey deal for 2.5 years. Adidas, already the kit partner, sweetened the pot with an upgraded agreement. These moves not only offset the Dream11 exit but boosted overall inflows. "BCCI's sponsor diversification is a masterclass in risk management," notes sports economist Dr. Priya Rao. "It shields against sector-specific shocks like gaming regs."
BCCI Revenue 2025 Breakdown: Surplus and Stability
Despite the ICC revenue share trimming—BCCI gets 38.5% of global earnings—the board's outlook shines. Last year's ICC dip's exact quantum remains under wraps, but projections hold firm. Here's the key snapshot:
- Total Income: ₹8,963 crore
- Interest Income: ₹1,500 crore (up from treasury smarts)
- Surplus: ₹6,728 crore
- Infrastructure Boost: ₹500 crore subsidy
- Tax Hit: ₹3,320 crore provision
- Contingency Fund: ₹1,000 crore
- Litigation Buffer: ₹160 crore
General funds swelled from ₹7,988 crore to ₹11,346 crore in FY 2024-25, with a ₹3,358 crore surplus. This war chest funds stadium upgrades, player welfare, and grassroots programs—vital as India eyes the 2026 T20 World Cup.
Why This Matters Now in Cricket's Evolving Landscape
With online gaming bills reshaping sponsorships, BCCI revenue 2025 signals resilience amid broader trends. Fans criticized the board for skipping live telecasts of Kohli and Rohit's domestic tons, but financial health ensures better broadcasts ahead. "Strong coffers mean more player incentives and global outreach," Rao adds. For aspiring cricketers, it translates to scholarships; for fans, uninterrupted IPL thrills.
As 2025 wraps with Tilak Varma's T20I rise and Bumrah's ODI surge, BCCI's fiscal savvy keeps India cricket dominant. Expect more sponsor hunts in non-gaming realms—think EVs or fintech. In a volatile sports economy, BCCI isn't just surviving; it's setting the pace.
