Pakistan Cricket Discontent Over Payment Delays

Discontent is growing among Pakistan cricket players due to delayed payments of monthly retainers, sponsorship shares, and central contract announcements. Players have not received their dues for three months, including increases from the latest central contract agreement. Administrative issues and PCB’s expenditure on stadium facelifts have contributed to the delays.

Discontent is brewing within the Pakistan cricket camp as players express frustration over prolonged delays in payments. Monthly retainers and sponsorship shares remain unpaid, despite a central contract promising significant increases.

Notable players like Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, and Shaheen Shah Afridi are among those affected. A source reveals that the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) cites administrative issues and pending revenues as reasons for the delays.

Additionally, PCB's focus on upgrading stadiums for the ICC Champions Trophy has exacerbated the situation. This delay matches a similar situation last year, causing growing uncertainty and unrest among the players.

(With inputs from agencies.)