this BCCI 2025-26 The Central Contract Announcement, released on February 9, 2026, sets a new benchmark for rewarding performance, Rodrog Earned its rightful place among India’s elite. While the list celebrates the heroes of India’s maiden World Cup win, it also carries a harsh message about fitness and availability, as the high-profile absences of several high-profile stars indicate.

Jemimah Rodrigues joins Harmanpreet Kaur and Smriti Mandhana in Elite A

Rodriguez officially promoted to A-grade, joins Indian cricket’s senior echelons Harmanpreet KaurVice captain Mandana and all-around star Deepti Sharma. The promotion is a direct reward for her stunning transformation in form, which has laid the foundation for India’s success 2025 ODI World Cup running.

Rodriguez is the tactical core of this tournament, most notably his victory over the perennial favorites in the semifinals. Australia. By promoting her to INR 50 lakh, the BCCI recognized her transformation into a senior leader and big-match player along with Harmanpreet and Smriti. Her promotion signals a wider shift in the team’s hierarchy, with continued influence on the world stage, particularly her 300-plus tournament appearances, taking precedence over historical credentials.

Shreyanka Patil and Pooja Vastrakar face omission from BCCI central contract for 2025-26

In perhaps the most controversial move of this cycle, the star off-spinner Shriyanka Patil and pace bowling all-rounder. Pooja Vastrakar has been completely excluded from the central contract list. Both held Class C retainers last year but spent a combined nearly 14 months rehabbing after multiple injuries.

Although Patil recently WPLThe BCCI has chosen a cautious ‘fitness first’ approach. The policy showcases a new era of accountability, with players needing to meet minimum match count criteria, specifically 10 T20Is or 8 ODIs, to automatically qualify for reservation. While Patil has been recalled for the upcoming series in Australia, her absence is a reminder that the board is prioritizing continued availability.

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7 new entrants, including Pratika Rawal, get maiden contracts with BCCI

The 2025-26 season marks the transition of a generation, with seven players awarded their first central contract following India’s global success. The list is dominated by rising World Cup stars and U19 graduates who have quickly entered the senior team.

• Pratika Rawal and Kranti Gaude: B and C berths respectively after Rawal’s World Cup 300-run score and Gaud’s match-winning bowling England.
• Sree Charani: The ‘mystery spinner’ moved into the C-grade after becoming India’s second-highest wicket-taker during the World Cup.
• G Kamalini and Vaishnavi Sharma: this U19 T20 World Cup– The winning duo will be rewarded for their successful participation in the international competition in the senior category at the end of 2025.
• Kashvi Gautam and Tejal Hassabnis: Both have been merged into the C-grade as BCCI looks to create a wider development pool.

Core retainers find their place in Class B and Class C

Apart from the fresh promotions and removals, BCCI has also retained a core team of “strategic regulars” who provide the backbone of the team. Renuka Singh Thakur, Shafali Verma and Richard Ghosh All have retained their B-level status as the team’s primary power hitters and pace spearheads. At level C, some stable performers, e.g. Radha Yadav, Arundhati Reddy and Amanjot Kaur Continue their stay, ensuring depth in all formats.

especially, Yashtika Bhatia That she remains in the C grade despite her ongoing recovery from knee surgery shows the board’s long-term trust in her wicket-keeping batting ability. This group represents a bridge between old A-level stars and U19 fresh graduates, forming 21 members who will lead IndiaDefending title in 2026.

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