$1 Million Special Fund Allocated
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced a groundbreaking financial incentive for six high-profile international players ahead of the upcoming 2025 edition of the Pakistan Super League (PSL). Each player will receive an additional $100,000, totaling $600,000 in bonuses, from a special $1 million fund set aside to attract top-tier talent to the league.
This special fund, established as part of an agreement triggered when the central revenue pool’s net broadcast revenue surpasses Rs. 3 billion, underscores the PCB’s commitment to making the PSL a world-class T20 tournament.
David Warner Among Elite Signings
Leading the list of marquee signings is Australian star David Warner, who will represent Karachi Kings. Warner’s overall earnings for this year’s PSL will reach $300,000, including $100,000 from the PCB’s special fund.
Other notable international players participating include Kane Williamson, Daryl Mitchell, Finn Allen, Matthew Short, Sean Abbott, Liton Das, Michael Bracewell, and Russie van der Dussen.
Increased Salaries and IPL Clash
The PCB’s decision marks the first time such significant financial incentives have been offered. The maximum base salary for foreign players, initially capped at $200,000, will see an increase for this season.
This year’s PSL, scheduled from April 17 to May 22, will overlap with the Indian Premier League (IPL), which begins on March 21. The overlap is expected to heighten competition and fan engagement as the two leagues vie for viewership and global attention.
Building PSL’s Global Reputation
The PCB’s strategy aims to elevate the PSL’s reputation by securing top international talent, ensuring competitive matches, and increasing global exposure. The enhanced financial packages are a step forward in making the PSL a marquee event in the global cricket calendar.
This move signals a new era for PSL contracts, with elite players set to enjoy greater financial benefits and the league solidifying its place among the premier T20 tournaments worldwide.
