The Sunday Times is in the possession of a copy of the proposal which recommends a contract fee and an increase match fees for domestic cricketers--particularly for those playing in the provincial cricket tournament-- which will be country’s premier cricket tournament from next year. They have also requested Sri Lanka Cricket to agree upon a similar payment scheme for those playing in the inter-club cricket tournament which will serve as the feeder for the provincial tournament. 50,000 per T20 match, a player will receive Rs.2.3 million during the Provincial tournament, a huge increase in their seasonal earnings. 131.25 million during the first, Rs 182.55 million in the second and Rs 233.855 million in Phase three. This will help players play better cricket with better facilities exposing them for same experience as in international cricket.

Source: Sunday Times December 17, 2017 19:18 UTC