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BCB Announces Major Pay Hikes for Bangladesh's Domestic Men & Women Cricketers

The Bangladesh Cricket Board has announced significant pay hikes for domestic cricketers, marking the first major decision by the newly functional Tamim Iqbal-led ad-hoc committee. Women players will see increased match fees and a raise in monthly salaries for the top 36 domestic athletes. Men's domestic players have also received salary increments across categories and a boost in first-class match fees. The new salary structure is set to take effect from January 1, 2026, with the committee also working to resolve league disputes.

Key Points: BCB Raises Domestic Cricket Salaries & Match Fees

  • First key decision by new ad-hoc committee
  • Women's match fees and monthly salaries increased
  • Men's domestic salaries and first-class fees raised
  • New pay structure effective from January 2026
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BCB boosts domestic cricket: Pay hikes announced for men and women players

Bangladesh Cricket Board boosts pay for domestic men's and women's players, with new rates effective 2026. Details on salary hikes and match fees.

"These players work hard, and cricket exists because of their efforts. At the very least, they deserve fair compensation. - Tamim Iqbal"

Dhaka, April 9

Bangladesh women's cricket got a major boost as the Bangladesh Cricket Board announced a significant hike in domestic match fees and player salaries.

This marks the first key decision by the Tamim Iqbal-led ad-hoc committee, which officially became functional on Tuesday. Now they will receive BDT 10,000 (USD 80 approx.) for T20S, BDT 15,000 (USD 120 approx.) for 50-over games and BDT 20,000 (USD 160 approx.) for first-class games, as per ESPNcricinfo.

The monthly salary for the top 36 women in Bangladesh's domestic cricket has been raised from BDT 30,000 (approx. USD 240) to BDT 40,000 (approx. USD 320).

Tamim believes there is more work to be done on this front.

"This may not be ideal, but it is certainly an improvement, considering there are limits to how much can be increased at once," Tamim said.

The BCB's newly formed ad-hoc committee has also approved a pay hike for men's domestic cricketers. Category A players will now earn BDT 65,000 (approx. USD 540) per month, while categories B and C will receive BDT 50,000 (approx. USD 415) and BDT 40,000 (approx. USD 333) respectively.

Additionally, first-class match fees have increased from BDT 70,000 (approx. USD 583) to BDT 100,000 (approx. USD 833). The new monthly salary for both men and women will be effective from January 1, 2026.

"There has been little increment in the past three to four years. I think the players were highly underpaid in the previous salary structure. These players work hard, and cricket exists because of their efforts. At the very least, they deserve fair compensation," Tamim added.

The BCB has also outlined roles for the eleven members of the ad-hoc committee, which is actively working to resolve the ongoing stalemate with club teams and aims to commence the Dhaka Premier Division Cricket League within the next couple of weeks.

- ANI

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Sarah B
Good to see a neighboring cricket board taking proactive steps. However, making the new salaries effective from 2026 is a bit of a letdown. Players need relief now, not two years from now. The delay seems unnecessary.
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Priya S
As an Indian cricket fan, I'm happy for them! Strong domestic structures in all cricket-playing nations make the sport more competitive globally. Hope this inspires more young girls in Bangladesh to take up the sport professionally.
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Rohit P
Tamim Iqbal is right—players were highly underpaid. The hike for men's first-class matches to ~USD 833 is significant. Our Ranji Trophy players also work incredibly hard. Boards must ensure the financial health of the domestic backbone, not just the stars.
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Kavya N
The focus on women's pay is the best part of this news. A 33% increase in monthly salary is a good start. Wishing the Bangladesh women's team all the best! May they give tough competition to our Indian women's team soon. 🇮🇳🤝🇧🇩
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Michael C
Positive move, but the absolute numbers are still quite low compared to other sports or even other jobs requiring similar dedication. Cricket boards have massive revenues. A larger share must trickle down to the grassroots and domestic players.

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