PCB announces central contract players list for 2024-2025, check salary and other perks here
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has unveiled its list of centrally contracted players for the 2024-2025 cricket season. This system ensures that players representing Pakistan at the international level are compensated fairly and are bound by performance-based agreements. The players are categorized into four tiers—A, B, C, and D—based on their performance, experience, and potential. Here’s an in-depth look at the contract categories, the players under each, and the details of what these contracts entail.
Pakistan Cricket Board Centrally Contracted Players (2024-2025)
| Category | Description | Players | Monthly Retainer (PKR) | Additional Perks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Category A | Elite performers who are senior players and leaders in the team. | – Babar Azam – Mohammad Rizwan | 1.5–2 million | – Full match fees – Significant sponsorship deals – First-class travel – Premium accommodations |
| Category B | Emerging leaders who are vital to the team and considered future match-winners. | – Naseem Shah – Shaheen Shah Afridi – Shan Masood | 1–1.5 million | – 75% match fee bonuses – Business-class travel – Advanced rehabilitation facilities |
| Category C | Key contributors who are consistent squad members with the potential for match-winning performances. | – Abdullah Shafique – Abrar Ahmed – Haris Rauf – Noman Ali – Saim Ayub – Sajid Khan – Salman Ali Agha – Saud Shakeel – Shadab Khan | 800,000–1 million | – 50% match fee bonuses – Economy-class domestic travel – Business class for international tours |
| Category D | Development and emerging players on the cusp of the senior team or promising domestic performers. | – Aamir Jamal – Haseebullah – Kamran Ghulam – Khurram Shahzad – Mir Hamza – Mohammad Abbas Afridi – Mohammad Ali – Mohammad Hurraira – Muhammad Irfan Khan – Mohammad Wasim Jnr – Usman Khan | 500,000–800,000 | – Basic medical coverage – Limited bonuses for domestic performances – Access to training facilities |
Category A: Elite Performers
This category is reserved for the most senior and consistent performers in the national team. Players in this tier are typically leaders in their respective formats and are expected to lead from the front both on and off the field.
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- Players:
- Babar Azam: The captain and batting maestro across formats, widely regarded as one of the world’s best.
- Mohammad Rizwan: A dependable wicketkeeper-batsman and a pillar in Pakistan’s batting lineup.
- Perks and Salaries:
- Highest monthly retainers, rumored to be PKR 1.5–2 million.
- Bonuses for exceptional performances, such as centuries or five-wicket hauls.
- Full match fees and significant sponsorship deals.
- First-class travel, premium accommodation, and access to exclusive training facilities.
Category B: Emerging Leaders
This category is for players who are vital to the team but are yet to reach the consistency of Category A. They are seen as future leaders and reliable match-winners.
- Players:
- Naseem Shah: Pakistan’s young fast-bowling sensation.
- Shaheen Shah Afridi: A leader in the pace attack and a consistent match-winner.
- Shan Masood: A senior batter known for his adaptability in different formats.
- Perks and Salaries:
- Monthly retainers between PKR 1–1.5 million.
- 75% match fee bonuses.
- Business-class travel and access to cutting-edge rehabilitation facilities.
Category C: Key Contributors
Category C features players who are consistent squad members and critical to the team’s strategy. These players have shown potential and are capable of match-winning performances.
- Players:
- Abdullah Shafique, Abrar Ahmed, Haris Rauf, Noman Ali, Saim Ayub, Sajid Khan, Salman Ali Agha, Saud Shakeel, and Shadab Khan.
- Perks and Salaries:
- Monthly retainers around PKR 800,000–1 million.
- 50% match fee bonuses.
- Economy-class travel for domestic tours, business class for international tours.
Category D: Development and Emerging Talent
This category nurtures young and promising players or those on the cusp of the senior team. These players are either recently capped or consistent domestic performers with future potential.
- Players:
- Aamir Jamal, Haseebullah, Kamran Ghulam, Khurram Shahzad, Mir Hamza, Mohammad Abbas Afridi, Mohammad Ali, Mohammad Hurraira, Muhammad Irfan Khan, Mohammad Wasim Jnr, and Usman Khan.
- Perks and Salaries:
- Monthly retainers of PKR 500,000–800,000.
- Limited bonuses for domestic performances.
- Basic medical coverage and access to PCB’s training facilities.
Other Contract Benefits
| Benefit | Details |
|---|---|
| Insurance | Comprehensive medical and injury insurance covering rehabilitation and treatment costs. |
| Performance Bonuses | Bonuses for exceptional performances like centuries, five-wicket hauls, or ICC tournament success. |
| Training Facilities | Priority access to state-of-the-art training and rehabilitation centers. |
| Sponsorship Opportunities | Individual sponsorship deals are allowed under PCB guidelines. |
| Skill Development | Educational and post-retirement career development programs. |
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