Pakistan Cricket Board Challenges ICC’s New Revenue Model
The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has taken issue with the International Cricket Council (ICC)’s new revenue share model. During a meeting with the ICC, PCB chief Najam Sethi expressed his reservations regarding the new system. Under the new model, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) will receive the largest portion of the revenue at 38.5%, followed by England (6.89%), Australia (6.25%), and Pakistan (5.75%).
PCB Seeks More Revenue Share
The PCB has demanded a greater share of the revenue from the ICC. Citing Pakistan’s second-place ranking in One Day Internationals (ODIs) and the presence of several of its cricketers in the Top 10 of ICC Rankings in white-ball formats, the PCB believes that it should receive more than what is currently offered.
PCB Refuses to Accept Model Unless Share is Increased
Sethi has made it clear that the PCB will not accept the new revenue-sharing model unless its share is increased. He has argued that the model is “unfair” given that England and Australia get to play India in bilateral series.
Conclusion
The PCB has taken a firm stance against the ICC’s new revenue-sharing model, claiming that it does not accurately reflect Pakistan’s contributions to the game. The PCB has requested a greater share of the revenue and has threatened to not accept the new model unless its share is increased.