BCCI Announces Annual Contracts for 2023-24: Exclusions, Inclusions, and Categories:
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has unveiled the annual contract list for the 2023-24 season, outlining categories A+, A, B, and C. The notable exclusions from the list are Ishan Kishan and Shreyas Iyer, who did not participate in domestic cricket, prompting a decisive response from the board.
Key Inclusions and Exclusions:
- In the prestigious A+ category, the contracted players include captains Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Jasprit Bumrah, and Ravindra Jadeja, signifying their leadership roles and significant contributions to the team.
- The A category features prominent names such as R Ashwin, Mohammad Shami, Mohammad Siraj, Lokesh Rahul, Shubman Gill, and Hardik Pandya.
- Players in the B category encompass Suryakumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant, Kuldeep Yadav, Akshar Patel, and Yashasvi Jaiswal.
- Notably, Ishan Kishan and Shreyas Iyer find themselves excluded from the annual contract list, reflecting the board’s firm stance on players prioritizing domestic cricket.
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Fast Bowling Contracts Recommendation:
The selection committee has recommended fast bowling contracts for Akash Deep, Vijaykumar Vishak, Umran Malik, Yash Dayal, and Vidwath Kawerappa, underscoring the emphasis on nurturing and recognizing emerging fast-bowling talents.
Categories Breakdown:
- Grade A+: Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Jasprit Bumrah, Ravindra Jadeja.
- Grade A: R Ashwin, Mohammad Shami, Mohammad Siraj, KL Rahul, Shubman Gill, Hardik Pandya.
- Grade B: Suryakumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant, Kuldeep Yadav, Akshar Patel, Yashasvi Jaiswal.
- Grade C: Rinku Singh, Tilak Verma, Rituraj Gaikwad, Shardul Thakur, Shivam Dubey, Ravi Bishnoi, Jitesh Sharma, Washington Sundar, Mukesh Kumar, Sanju Samson, Arshdeep Singh, KS Bharat, Famous Krishna, Avesh Khan, Rajat Patidar.
Contract Criteria and Compensation:
Players who meet specific criteria, such as playing at least 3 Tests 8 ODIs, or 10 Twenty20 matches within the stipulated period, are automatically included in Category C. The contract structure, indicating compensation amounts of 7, 5, 3, and 1 crore, has been a subject of discussion, with expectations of a potential increase.
The annual contracts aim to recognize and reward players based on their performances and contributions across various formats, fostering a competitive and dynamic cricketing landscape.
As the BCCI continues its efforts to elevate Indian cricket, the contract list serves as a benchmark for player recognition and commitment to the sport’s growth.**
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