Minimum £7,600 match fee to help struggling countriesIndia to play first ever women’s Test at Lord’s in 2026
Test cricket is poised for the introduction of a dedicated fund as the International Cricket Council looks to boost match fees and stem the talent drain to lucrative franchise leagues.
According to reports in Australia, the fund would introduce a minimum Test match fee of $US10,000 (£7,600) for players, helping the national boards who currently struggle to match the wages on offer in T20 competitions across the globe.