BCCI Central Contract 2025: Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) is expected to announce the list of centrally contracted players for the 2025-2026 season soon.
While the official list is pending, several Indian Premier League (IPL) captains from the previous season are strong contenders for central contracts based on their performances and leadership roles.
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Shreyas Iyer
In the 2024 IPL season, Shreyas Iyer captained the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) to their third title, defeating the Sunrisers Hyderabad in the final. He also scored 351 runs during the season. In January 2025, Iyer was appointed as the captain of the Punjab Kings.

Sanju Samson
The Rajasthan Royals’ captain, Sanju Samson, has been a pivotal player for his team, combining leadership with impactful batting performances.

Ruturaj Gaikwad
Leading the Chennai Super Kings, Ruturaj Gaikwad has been instrumental in the team’s success. His consistent performances make him a likely candidate for a central contract.

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