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Mumbai Cricket Association Approves Central Contracts and Talent Pathway Competitions

Leaders describe the package as a long-term push to strengthen player welfare, creating clear routes from college cricket to elite levels.

Overview

  • The MCA Apex Council on January 14 approved plans to introduce central contracts for senior team players.
  • A new scouting tournament will identify prospects for the association’s eight-team T20 league through merit-based selection.
  • An inter-college competition will be named after former India captain Dilip Vengsarkar, reflecting values of excellence and leadership.
  • MCA president Ajinkya Naik said the contracts are intended to give players stability and confidence.
  • Specific contract terms and tournament schedules are yet to be announced.