Have a Look At Domestic Cricketer Salary in India 2024
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has structured domestic cricketer salary based on the tournament format and the player’s experience level. This pay structure aims to compensate players fairly and incentivize continued participation in the domestic cricket scene.
The three major domestic tournaments in India are the Ranji Trophy, the Vijay Hazare Trophy, and the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT). They offer varying match fees, reflecting the game’s demands and the level of competition. These fees are essential for supporting the livelihoods of players who do not participate in lucrative international tournaments or the Indian Premier League (IPL).
What is the Salary of Ranji Trophy Players in 2024?
For the prestigious Ranji Trophy, India’s premier first-class cricket tournament, the BCCI pays players different daily rates based on the number of matches they have played. Players with more than 40 games earn INR 60,000 per day, those with 21–40 games earn slightly less per day as per experience, and players with 20 games or fewer earn the least salary. Players who are on the bench receive half of these rates.
What is the Salary of Vijay Hazare Trophy Players in 2024?
The Vijay Hazare Trophy, which is India’s premier 50-over domestic tournament, offers a match fee of INR 50,000 for players in the playing XI, while benched players receive half of this amount, or INR 25,000 per match. Similarly, in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT), which is the premier domestic T20 competition, players in the playing XI earn INR 17,500 per match, and benched players are also given salaries per match. These match fees ensure that even players who do not make the playing XI are compensated for their efforts and commitment to the team.
Here’s a tabular structure of Domestic Cricketer Salary in tournaments as of April 2024
| Tournament | Games | Match Fee (INR) Per Day | Benched Player Pay (INR) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ranji Trophy | More than 40 | 60,000 | 30,000 |
| 21–40 | 50,000 | 25,000 | |
| 20 or fewer | 40,000 | 20,000 | |
| Vijay Hazare Trophy | Per match | 50,000 | 25,000 |
| Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy (SMAT) | Per match | 17,500 | 8,750 |
In light of these payment structures, the BCCI is considering increasing the salaries of domestic players to encourage greater participation and maintain the standard of the Ranji Trophy and other domestic tournaments. Some have suggested that doubling or tripling the current fees could attract more players and reduce the number of dropouts, enhancing the domestic circuit’s competitiveness and quality. By offering better financial incentives, the BCCI aims to nurture and retain talented cricketers, ensuring that India’s domestic cricket remains a strong foundation for the national team.
