BCCI Central Contracts 2024-25: Big Returns and Shifts in Grades
The BCCI’s fresh list of BCCI contracts for 2024-25 is out, and it’s got cricket fans talking. Two names, Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan, are the center of attention. After being left out last year for skipping the domestic Ranji Trophy, these two have clawed their way back into the money list alongside some notable shuffles in grades. It’s a clear sign of both second chances and tough love from the board.
Iyer’s journey is especially striking. Last season, his name was missing when the contracts dropped because he hadn’t fulfilled BCCI’s domestic cricket criteria. But now, after being one of India’s mainstays in ODI cricket and playing a key part in the ICC Champions Trophy, he has been handed a Grade B contract. That puts him in the same league as Suryakumar Yadav and Kuldeep Yadav. So, it’s not just about being back – it’s about being valued for reliable performance in the middle order, which India has often leaned on in crunch situations.
Then there’s Ishan Kishan. The young wicket-keeper and big-hitter hasn’t played for India since November 2023, but the selectors clearly think his story is far from over. He ends up in Grade C this time. Despite the long break from international action, the board’s keenness to keep a natural T20 game-changer in the mix is obvious. His spot sends a message: if you’ve got X-factor potential, there’s always a place at the table.
Who Keeps Top Honors and Who Gets Promoted?
The elite A+ group is unchanged but remains the envy of the rest. Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Jasprit Bumrah, and Ravindra Jadeja still anchor that list. These four are the backbone of Indian cricket—each a leader in their own way, both in the dressing room and in the heat of battle. Their consistency and star power mean their A+ status was almost never in doubt.
There’s a big win for Rishabh Pant as well. After fighting his way back from a scary accident and returning to international action, Pant finds himself promoted to Grade A. His wicket-keeping, fearless batting, and impact in Tests and limited-overs have been impossible to ignore. Alongside him in this group are big names KL Rahul, Hardik Pandya, Shubman Gill, Mohammed Shami, and Mohammed Siraj—each critical in different formats and phases of games.
The 2024-25 central contracts list covers 34 names in total, binding them for rewards and responsibilities from October 1, 2024, to September 30, 2025. For those who earned their spot back, like Shreyas Iyer and Ishan Kishan, it’s not just a paycheck—it’s a loud vote of confidence in their future. At the same time, the contract shuffle sends a clear message that dedication to domestic cricket, good form, and fitness are non-negotiable in keeping a central spot in the Indian team’s plans.
The choices reflect the balancing act between rewarding loyalty and performance, and reminding all players—whether senior stars or rising names—that every season is a clean slate. If you want your name on the list, you’ve got to keep proving yourself on all fronts, from Ranji grounds to packed stadiums worldwide.