The Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has announced new central contracts for the national women cricketers, which include a significant salary increase across all categories.

In a move to promote and support the women’s game, the PCB has raised the players’ retainers by 50 percent.

A total of 20 players were announced to have been awarded contracts, divided into five categories, with notable inclusions and promotions across the board.

Sadia Iqbal, the ICC T20I’s top-ranked bowler, has been placed in Category A, alongside Fatima Sana, Muneeba Ali, and Sidra Amin.

Category B includes Aliya Riaz, Diana Baig, and Nashra Sandhu, while Rameen Shamim is the only player in Category C.