Thanks to cricket, many countries have experienced financial growth—India being the biggest beneficiary. There was a time when sports were merely a hobby. But over time, professionalism has become an integral part of sports. With the rise of professionalism in cricket, both players and officials associated with the game have gained increased recognition and value.
Outstanding performances on the field have turned young talents from remote villages into global stars. Among them are prominent names like Shakib Al Hasan and Mustafizur Rahman. The shortest format of cricket is Twenty20 (T20). Since its invention, this 20-over format has been at the peak of popularity. A commercial version of it is franchise-based T20 cricket. Tournaments like the IPL (Indian Premier League) have turned local, lesser-known cricketers into millionaires.
Today, the most dominant countries in world cricket include India, Australia, and England. At one point, one of India’s major sources of income was Bollywood. Now, cricket plays a significant role in India’s national revenue.
In addition to international cricket, India earns millions of dollars annually by organizing world-class tournaments like the IPL. The IPL and the national team’s broadcast rights generate billions of rupees in revenue.
In terms of income in world cricket, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) tops the list of the 10 wealthiest cricket boards. The Indian cricket board has held this top position year after year in the category of richest boards.
Bangladesh, too, is gradually making progress.
