NEW DELHI: Cricket Ireland (CI) and the Irish Cricketers' Association (ICA) have reached agreement on central contract terms for Irish cricketers, resulting in a significant increase in player salaries.
The development follows reports last week that the Irish players initially rejected an offer from the board. The players were due to take part in the T20 World Cup in June, with their contracts expiring in February this year.
In a joint statement released on Thursday evening, CI and ICA confirmed that they have reached an agreement on player contracts and have finalized a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between both parties.
“This agreement will ensure the overall relationship between Cricket Ireland and its contracted players and will reflect the best relationships that exist in other Federation of International Cricketers Association (FICA) member countries around the world. Deaf,” the statement reads.
A list of contracted players has not yet been announced, but a statement confirmed that “revised contracts will be published shortly and will apply until the end of February 2025.”
CI CEO Warren Dutrom emphasized the importance of the agreement and the priority of player compensation.
“Since the inception of player payments, the Cricket Ireland Board has always prioritized rewarding Cricket Ireland’s senior players who have made a significant contribution to the development of the sport in Ireland,” Deutrom said. said.
He explained that delays in budget approval and the complexity of the new contract model delayed negotiations. “Players have received the lion's share of new prize money in Irish cricket this year, and rightfully so. I believe we have done our best to reward success in the sport. “
Former Ireland international batsman and ICA president Cecilia Joyce expressed her satisfaction with the result.
“Our members have been united throughout this process and the outcome is important for all professional players and the game in Ireland. and clarity is guaranteed 'period,''' Joyce said.
This agreement is an important step in securing the future of professional cricketers in Ireland and ensuring the growth and sustainability of the sport in the country.
(With inputs from ANI)
The development follows reports last week that the Irish players initially rejected an offer from the board. The players were due to take part in the T20 World Cup in June, with their contracts expiring in February this year.
In a joint statement released on Thursday evening, CI and ICA confirmed that they have reached an agreement on player contracts and have finalized a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between both parties.
“This agreement will ensure the overall relationship between Cricket Ireland and its contracted players and will reflect the best relationships that exist in other Federation of International Cricketers Association (FICA) member countries around the world. Deaf,” the statement reads.
A list of contracted players has not yet been announced, but a statement confirmed that “revised contracts will be published shortly and will apply until the end of February 2025.”
CI CEO Warren Dutrom emphasized the importance of the agreement and the priority of player compensation.
“Since the inception of player payments, the Cricket Ireland Board has always prioritized rewarding Cricket Ireland’s senior players who have made a significant contribution to the development of the sport in Ireland,” Deutrom said. said.
He explained that delays in budget approval and the complexity of the new contract model delayed negotiations. “Players have received the lion's share of new prize money in Irish cricket this year, and rightfully so. I believe we have done our best to reward success in the sport. “
Former Ireland international batsman and ICA president Cecilia Joyce expressed her satisfaction with the result.
“Our members have been united throughout this process and the outcome is important for all professional players and the game in Ireland. and clarity is guaranteed 'period,''' Joyce said.
This agreement is an important step in securing the future of professional cricketers in Ireland and ensuring the growth and sustainability of the sport in the country.
(With inputs from ANI)