The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has reinstated Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan in its central contracts list for the 2024-25 season, marking their return after missing out last year due to disciplinary concerns.
Contract Details
- Shreyas Iyer has been placed in Grade B, earning an annual retainership of ₹3 crore.
- Ishan Kishan has been included in Grade C, receiving ₹1 crore annually.
Both players were previously excluded from the 2023-24 contracts after skipping domestic cricket commitments, including the Ranji Trophy. Their return signals the BCCI’s renewed confidence in their contributions to Indian cricket.
Other Key Changes in BCCI Contracts
- Rishabh Pant has been promoted to Grade A following his recovery from injury.
- Virat Kohli, Rohit Sharma, Jasprit Bumrah, and Ravindra Jadeja remain in the Grade A+ category, earning ₹7 crore annually.
- New entrants include Harshit Rana, Nitish Kumar Reddy, and Abhishek Sharma, who have secured their maiden BCCI contracts.
- Ravichandran Ashwin has been excluded following his retirement from international cricket.
Implications for Indian Cricket
Iyer’s return to Grade B reflects his recent performances, including his role in India’s Champions Trophy-winning campaign. Kishan’s inclusion in Grade C suggests selectors still see him as a valuable asset in limited-overs cricket.
