England head coach Steve Borthwick has named 25 players for enhanced contracts worth around £150,000 for the 2026-27 season, handing first-time elite deals to five players while dropping several regular names.
Sunil Gavaskar has defended the IPL and BCCI against criticism from former players, arguing that overseas boards benefit financially from player contracts. He highlighted the IPL's unique contribution by sharing revenue with foreign boards, unlike other T20 leagues.
Over 148 Indian footballers, including national captain Sandesh Jhingan, face uncertain futures as their contracts expire due to ongoing disputes between the All India Football Federation (AIFF) and clubs over commercial partnerships and the roadmap for the 2026-27 season. The situation has caused significant stress and worry among players and staff, with fears of clubs shutting down.
Michael Vaughan criticizes England's cricket board for allowing Jofra Archer to prioritize IPL over Test matches, questioning central contract priorities and the future of Test cricket.
