During the ICC board meeting held in Durban, the International Cricket Council (ICC) unanimously approved a revenue distribution model that solidifies the Board of Control for Cricket in India’s (BCCI) position as the financial powerhouse of world cricket.
Although the exact revenue figures were not disclosed in the ICC media release, it is expected that the BCCI will receive an annual amount of USD 230 million from the total pool of USD 600 million over the next four years.
This substantial share accounts for approximately 38.4 percent, which is nearly six times higher than the allocation for the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), projected to receive around USD 41 million (6.89 percent), and Cricket Australia (CA), set to receive 37.53 million (approximately 6.25 percent).
In addition, the ICC has introduced a regulation limiting the number of overseas players allowed in new T20 leagues. The restriction stipulates a maximum of four overseas cricketers per playing XI, targeting the proliferation of T20 leagues worldwide that potentially pose a threat to the international version of the game.
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Following the decision on the distribution plan for the next four years, the ICC Board also approved the largest investment ever made in the sport. A strategic investment fund, specifically dedicated to supporting global expansion efforts in line with the ICC Global Expansion Strategy, will be provided to every ICC Member, as stated in the press release.
ICC Chairman Greg Barclay provided further insights on the distribution model, stating, “All members will receive a base distribution, and additional revenue will be allocated based on their contribution to the global game, both on and off the field.”