Summary Azan Awais and Abdullah Fazal are likely to be considered for inclusion in the revised contracts
LAHORE (Dunya News) - The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is expected to introduce major changes to its central contracts for national cricketers ahead of the new contract cycle beginning July 1.
According to sources, the current financial model governing central contracts will expire on June 30. The three-year structure was introduced in 2023 during former PCB chairman Zaka Ashraf and has continued under current chairman Mohsin Naqvi.
Preliminary discussions regarding the new contracts are already underway, while the final approval of the financial framework will be taken by the PCB chairman, the sources added.
Last year, the PCB awarded central contracts to 30 players, with no cricketer placed in Category A for the first time, reflecting a shift in performance-based evaluation.
The upcoming contract structure is expected to bring significant reshuffling based on players’ fitness levels and recent performances, with possible promotions and demotions across categories.
Sources further indicated that several players, including Mohammad Nawaz, Abdullah Shafique, Faheem Ashraf, Hussain Talat and Khushdil Shah, may struggle to retain their central contracts under the new system.
At the same time, standout domestic performers such as Azan Awais and Abdullah Fazal are likely to be considered for inclusion in the revised contracts, as the board looks to reward emerging talent.
