Cricket is a sport that unites millions around the world, but behind the scenes, not all cricket boards are thriving financially. While boards like the BCCI enjoy enormous revenues thanks to their massive fan base and lucrative broadcasting deals, many others struggle to keep their finances afloat.
As we look into the landscape of global cricket in 2025, it’s important to recognize the “Poor Cricket Boards” that face financial hardships, impacting the development and popularity of the sport in their regions. In this article, we rank the five most Poor Cricket Boards in 2025, shedding light on their struggles and what might be causing their financial difficulties.
Rankings the 5 Most Poor Cricket Boards in 2025
1. New Zealand Cricket (NZC)
Despite having one of the most competitive teams in world cricket, NZC’s financial health is fragile. In 2025, they only generated around $9 million in revenue.
The limited earnings are mainly due to smaller stadiums, a smaller fan base, and a domestic T20 league, the Super Smash, that doesn’t attract big sponsorships or lucrative broadcasting rights like the IPL or BBL.
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2. West Indies Cricket Board
The West Indies cricket board is in severe financial trouble, earning just about $15 million in 2025. The decline stems from prolonged poor performances, which have diminished sponsorship deals and ticket sales.
Although the Caribbean Premier League (CPL) is exciting, it doesn’t generate revenues comparable to other major T20 leagues.
3. Afghanistan Cricket Board
With less than $17 million in revenue, Afghanistan’s cricket board faces unique challenges. Security issues prevent them from hosting international matches at home, forcing them to play in the UAE, resulting in lost ticket sales and sponsorship revenue. The lack of a strong domestic T20 league further hampers their income
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4. Sri Lanka Cricket
Once a powerhouse of cricket talent, Sri Lanka’s cricket board is struggling financially with only $20 million in income in 2025. Poor management, inconsistent team performances, and a less profitable Lanka Premier League have contributed to their financial woes.
5. Zimbabwe CricketÂ
Political instability and a weak economy keep Zimbabwe’s cricket board in a poor financial state, with revenues around $38 million. Lack of strong sponsorship, political issues, and an underdeveloped domestic system impede the growth and financial stability of cricket in Zimbabwe.