BCCI Reportedly Weighs Test Match Pay Hike To Push Red-Ball Cricket
In a bid to uphold the sanctity of Test cricket amidst the burgeoning popularity of T20 leagues like the Indian Premier League (IPL), the Board of Control for Cricket in India ( BCCI ) is contemplating a significant increase in fees for Test matches. This move comes as a response to the recent trend where players are seemingly favouring the lucrative T20 format over traditional red-ball cricket .
According to a report by the Indian Express, the BCCI is looking to overhaul its salary structure following incidents like wicket-keeper batsman Ishan Kishan's decision to prioritise IPL preparations over domestic red-ball cricket, despite advisories from the team management.
The proposed remuneration model, if approved, is expected to be implemented post the conclusion of the ongoing IPL season. One of the key elements of this new model is the introduction of additional bonuses for players who participate in all Test series in a calendar year.
A source quoted in the report stated, "For example, if someone plays all Test series in a calendar year, he should be rewarded additionally, apart from the annual retainer contract. This is to ensure that players turn out for more red-ball cricket. This would be an additional perk for playing Test cricket."
Currently, the BCCI pays Rs 15 lakh as match fees for each Test, Rs 6 lakh for ODIs and Rs 3 lakh for T20 internationals. The proposed fee hike aims not only to acknowledge the importance of Test cricket but also to incentivise players to prioritise it over shorter formats.
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According to a report by the Indian Express, the BCCI is looking to overhaul its salary structure following incidents like wicket-keeper batsman Ishan Kishan's decision to prioritise IPL preparations over domestic red-ball cricket, despite advisories from the team management.
The proposed remuneration model, if approved, is expected to be implemented post the conclusion of the ongoing IPL season. One of the key elements of this new model is the introduction of additional bonuses for players who participate in all Test series in a calendar year.
A source quoted in the report stated, "For example, if someone plays all Test series in a calendar year, he should be rewarded additionally, apart from the annual retainer contract. This is to ensure that players turn out for more red-ball cricket. This would be an additional perk for playing Test cricket."
Currently, the BCCI pays Rs 15 lakh as match fees for each Test, Rs 6 lakh for ODIs and Rs 3 lakh for T20 internationals. The proposed fee hike aims not only to acknowledge the importance of Test cricket but also to incentivise players to prioritise it over shorter formats.
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