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CAN increases salary of players under central contract

From Kathmandu Post · () English

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  • The Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) has raised the monthly salaries for players on central contracts, introducing a new top A+ category for men.
  • Players are now graded into five tiers, earning between Rs25,000 and Rs150,000 monthly, with significant differences between men's and women's A-category salaries.
  • Additional match fees for T20Is and ODIs have also been introduced to further incentivize players.

The Cricket Association of Nepal (CAN) has announced increased monthly salaries for players on central contracts, effective for 2026. This move aims to motivate cricketers by introducing a new top tier, A+, exclusively for the men's team. Skipper Rohit Kumar Paudel, vice-captain Dipendra Singh Airee, and spinner Sandeep Lamichhane will receive Rs150,000 monthly in this highest category.

While the highest previous category for men offered Rs100,000, the new structure introduces five tiers with salaries ranging from Rs25,000 to Rs150,000. However, disparities persist between men's and women's contracts. For instance, players in the A category will earn Rs100,000 monthly for men but only Rs55,000 for women. Similar differences are noted in categories B, C, and D (Development).

Beyond monthly retainers, CAN will provide an additional match fee of Rs10,000 for T20 Internationals and Rs15,000 for One Day Internationals. This comprehensive salary revision and incentive structure reflects CAN's effort to enhance player compensation and potentially boost performance.

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