Cricket Australia (CA) is preparing a massive new contract for captain Pat Cummins, and the move could become a big problem for the Indian Premier League (IPL) franchises, especially Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) and other T20 leagues around the world.
Pat Cummins is all set to face a grueling test schedule, featuring 21 tests in 12 months, including big series against India, England, and South Africa, apart from the white-ball games and franchise assignments. Given that, the fast bowler might be forced to make a tough call, so Cricket Australia wants to provide its top cricketers with financial security so that franchises cannot lure them.
As reported by The Age, Pat Cummins has been offered a long-term deal till 2029 that could take his earnings close to 4 million dollars every year. The new contract is seen as Cricket Australia’s big step to protect its star players, including Travis Head, from the growing attraction of franchise cricket.
The franchise leagues around the world are offering huge money to top cricketers, and Australian officials reportedly do not want players like Cummins and Head leaving international cricket to focus only on T20 tournaments. If Pat Cummins accepts the offer, he could earn nearly 12 million dollars over the next three years from Cricket Australia alone.
It is being said that the deal includes more guaranteed money than before, meaning he will still receive major payments even if injuries or workload management reduce the number of matches he plays. Cummins is already one of the biggest names in world cricket.
