PROTEAS WOMEN EARN RECORD PAYDAY AFTER HISTORIC WORLD CUP RUN

South Africa’s Proteas Women may have missed out on the World Cup trophy, but they’re walking away with their heads held high and a major cash bonus to match.

The team finished as runners-up after an unforgettable tournament that saw them make history by reaching their first-ever World Cup final.

Even though India claimed victory in the final on Sunday, the Proteas secured a prize of about US$2.24 million, which works out to roughly R39 million.

It’s one of the biggest financial rewards ever for a South African women’s team and highlights how far women’s cricket has come in recent years. The total prize pool for the competition was close to US$14 million, a huge leap from previous tournaments and a major statement about the sport’s growing global appeal.

The Proteas’ campaign was a mix of grit, talent, and resilience. After a shaky start, they found form when it mattered, stringing together five consecutive wins before stunning England in the semi-final. Their run captured the imagination of fans back home and inspired a new wave of young players dreaming of international glory.

While the gold medal slipped away, the team’s determination and financial success mark a new era for women’s cricket in South Africa.

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