Rohit and Kohli Keep Top BCCI Contracts as Iyer and Kishan Make a Comeback

Indian cricket stars Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli have kept their top-grade contracts in the latest list announced by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). The board released its annual central contract list for the 2023-24 season, and both senior players continue to hold Grade A+ deals, which are the highest-paying contracts.

Rohit Sharma, India’s captain, and Virat Kohli, one of the team’s most experienced batsmen, remain two of the most valuable players for Indian cricket. The BCCI has shown full trust in their leadership and performances by keeping them in the top category. Players in the A+ category earn ₹7 crore annually, making it the most prestigious contract in Indian cricket.

Middle-order batsman Shreyas Iyer and wicketkeeper-batsman Ishan Kishan have returned to the central contract list after being left out earlier. Their return shows that the selectors and the BCCI have faith in their abilities and expect them to play key roles in future matches.

Iyer has recently impressed with strong performances in domestic and international matches, while Kishan’s powerful hitting and skills behind the stumps have kept him in the spotlight. Their inclusion will give them financial stability and motivation to perform better.

The BCCI’s central contract list rewards players based on their performance, consistency, and fitness across all formats of the game — Tests, ODIs, and T20Is. The contracts are divided into four grades: A+, A, B, and C. Players move up or down based on their contributions throughout the year.

Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli keeping their top contracts shows their importance to the Indian team, while Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan making a comeback highlights the BCCI’s belief in young talent. The new contract list reflects India’s strategy of balancing experience with emerging players as the team prepares for future challenges.