BCCI Introduces Test Cricket Incentive Scheme to Promote Red-Ball Format

In an effort to promote red-ball cricket, the BCCI announced a "Test cricket incentive scheme" on Saturday. This incentive will push the match fees up a notch or two after players who decline to play the extended format have already faced consequences.

Board President Roger Binny stated, "This initiative aligns with our vision of promoting Test cricket."

Players who appear in 50–75 percent of the Tests throughout a season are eligible to get Rs 30 lakh for each Test (in addition to Rs 15 lakh in match money). In addition to match payments, players who participate in more than 75% of Tests would be paid Rs 45 lakh each Test. In both categories, the non-playing members of the XI will receive Rs 15 lakh and Rs 22.5 lakh.

This will be on top of the yearly retainer.

The effort was praised by Rahul Dravid. "It's good that the BCCI acknowledges tests... He stated, "I believe it is a reward rather than an incentive." In addition, the head coach emphasized the need of "hearing the players" and demanded a "all-round review" of the condensed domestic schedule.

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