Ahead of the 2024 IPL season, standout player Rinku Singh, among others, is poised for a significant IPL Salary raise. The BCCI has unveiled a new initiative, rewarding uncapped Indian cricketers with an increased IPL salary if they represent India internationally between IPL tournaments.
The Indian Premier League (IPL) has revolutionized the careers of numerous Indian cricketers, enabling some to secure spots in the Indian national team and even earn BCCI contracts. Recently, the BCCI announced a salary boost for uncapped Indian players who have participated in international matches between IPL seasons.
IPL Salary Increases for IPL 2024 Players
| Players | Current Salary | Increased Salary |
| Rinku Singh | 55 Lakhs | 1 Crore |
| Jitesh Sharma | 20 Lakhs | 50 Lakhs |
| Sai Sudarshan | 20 Lakhs | 50 Lakhs |
| Rajat Patidar | 20 Lakhs | 50 Lakhs |
Rinku Singh
The 2023 IPL season marked a turning point for the batsman from Uttar Pradesh. Following an outstanding year with the Indian T20Is, Singh’s IPL salary for the forthcoming season has been upgraded from 55 lakhs to 1 crore.
Rajat Patidar
Patidar, who had an impressive 2022 season with RCB by scoring 404 runs in 12 matches at an average of 40.4, experienced a downturn during the 2023 IPL season due to a heel injury that sidelined him for the year. Nevertheless, he is set to enjoy a salary increase from 20 lakhs to 50 lakhs for the upcoming season.
Sai Sudharsan
Sai Sudarshan🎙️:" I was looking at you in that over and you were looking angry because he got you out last time"
— GT Archive (@GT_Archive) March 23, 2024
Shubman Gill🎙️: "Not angry I just wanted to prove a point"
He did prove the point that day❤️
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Making his ODI debut against South Africa, Sudharsan scored 50 runs. His consistent performances as an opener for the national team and the Gujarat Titans in the IPL have led to a Grade C contract with the BCCI. He will benefit from a salary bump in the upcoming IPL season, from 20 lakh to 50 lakh.
Jitesh Sharma
Earning recognition as a T20 wicketkeeper for India, the Punjab Kings batter has shown his prowess in power-hitting and reliability in the middle order, contributing 20-30 runs during the death overs. Sharma’s compensation will rise from Rs 20 lakh to 50 lakhs.
