Here are the top 10 wealthiest cricket boards in the world for 2024, showcasing their financial prowess, contributions to the sport, and key factors driving their success. This list highlights the leading cricket boards dominating the global cricketing landscape.
10. New Zealand Cricket (NWC)

New Zealand’s low position on the Top 10 Richest Cricket Boards list may be surprising, but their revenue reflects the challenges of a small talent pool and market size. With recent revenue at $28.86 million and a net worth of $9 million, New Zealand Cricket (NZC) still secures sponsorships from brands like Ford, ANZ, Air New Zealand, KFC, and Gillette.
9. West Indies Cricket Board (WICB)

The West Indies Cricket Board holds the ninth spot among the richest cricket boards. Despite facing political and operational challenges, the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) remains its main revenue source, contributing to its net worth of $15 million.
8. Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC)

Sri Lanka Cricket, formerly a powerhouse, now ranks eighth among the wealthiest cricket boards, with a net worth of around $20 million. Despite the Lanka Premier League as its main domestic competition, political challenges have impacted its revenue.
7. Zimbabwe Cricket Board (ZCB)

Zimbabwe Cricket Board, despite limited competitiveness in Tests and fewer star players in T20 leagues, consistently surpasses expectations, securing seventh place among the world’s wealthiest cricket boards.
6. Cricket South Africa (CSA)

Cricket South Africa (CSA), currently sixth among the wealthiest cricket boards with a net worth of $47 million, is poised to climb higher due to its new T20 Cricket League. The Betway T20 Challenge and enhanced sponsorship from Betway have been significant revenue sources, supporting CSA’s financial growth.
5. Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB)

The Bangladesh Cricket Board (BCB) ranks impressively high among the wealthiest cricket boards, despite their ICC ranking. The Bangladesh Premier League (BPL), one of the longest-standing T20 leagues, significantly bolsters BCB’s financial position. With an estimated net worth of $51 million, largely attributed to its lucrative TV contract with Ban Tech, BCB secures its place as the fifth richest cricket board globally.
4. Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB)

Ranked fourth among the wealthiest cricket boards, the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) benefits from cricket’s immense popularity in Pakistan, drawing substantial sponsorships. The Pakistan Super League (PSL), established in recent years, has notably enhanced PCB’s revenue, contributing to its net worth of around $55 million.
3. England and Wales Cricket Board (EWCB)

The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) ranks third among the world’s richest cricket boards. Despite some debate over The Hundred, launched in 2021, it remains a major revenue source. Additionally, the T20 Blast contributes significantly to its income, with the ECB’s net worth reaching approximately $59 million in 2022.
2. Cricket Australia

Cricket Australia ranks as the second wealthiest cricket board globally. Benefiting from strong national interest and lucrative TV deals with networks like Fox Sports, the board’s revenue is significantly boosted by the Big Bash League (BBL), the world’s second-most-watched T20 league after the IPL. With these contributions, Cricket Australia’s net worth stands at an impressive $79 million.
1. Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) holds the title of the richest cricket board in the world, boasting an estimated net worth of $2.25 billion. This wealth is largely driven by the BCCI’s ability to attract major commercial partnerships through high-profile tournaments, particularly the Indian Premier League (IPL). As a key revenue source, the IPL solidifies the BCCI’s leading position in the global cricketing landscape.