Increase in players' salaries, fees expected in new central contracts

The preliminary talks have started for new central contracts for the national men's cricketers as the current contracts will expire on June 30.

According to sources, it is expected that there will be an increase of 10 to 15 per cent in players' monthly salaries and fees.

A proposal to replace seniors with young players in the central contract list is also under consideration.

Former captain Sarfaraz Ahmed and leg-spinner Yasir Shah would find it difficult to retain their place in the new central contracts.

Sarfaraz is currently in the C category while Yasir Shah is part of the list in the B category but as both of them have not been able to be part of the playing XI across formats, it is likely they won't be part of the list.

Domestic cricket performer Mohammad Haris can be included in the emerging category, while Mohammad Wasim Jr and Khushdil Shah may find spots in the C category.