Pakistan, June 19 -- The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) is preparing to introduce a revamped central contract system for national cricketers, effective from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027. The new framework aims to reward performance more effectively while creating a structured pathway for players across different formats. Under the proposed eligibility criteria, cricketers must have played at least four Test matches, six ODIs, or six T20Is during the previous 12 months to qualify for a central contract.

The revised model introduces multiple performance-based categories designed to reflect players' contributions in specific formats. Test specialists placed in Track A are expected to receive a monthly retainership of Rs4 million, while play...