Key Takeaways:
✔ Revised BCCI pensions now range from ₹30,000 to ₹70,000 per month for retired cricketers, depending on their career tier.
✔ Sachin Tendulkar & Virender Sehwag receive the highest pension of ₹70,000/month due to their long Test careers.
✔ Around 900 ex-cricketers & umpires benefit from the scheme, with many seeing a 100% hike after the 2022 revision.
BCCI’s Pension Scheme: How Much Do Sachin, Sehwag & Other Legends Earn?
When cricket icons like Sachin Tendulkar and Virender Sehwag retire, their legacy doesn’t just live on in records—it also translates into financial support from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). The board’s pension scheme, revised in June 2022, ensures that former players receive a monthly stipend based on their contributions to Indian cricket.
BCCI’s Updated Pension Structure (2022 Onwards)
The BCCI categorizes pensions based on a player’s career span, matches played, and whether they represented India in Test cricket. Here’s the breakdown:
- Former First-Class Cricketers: Pension doubled from ₹15,000 to ₹30,000/month
- Former Test Cricketers (Lower Tier): Increased from ₹37,500 to ₹60,000/month
- Former Test Cricketers (Upper Tier): Upped from ₹50,000 to ₹70,000/month
How Much Do Tendulkar & Sehwag Get?
Sachin Tendulkar – The Master Blaster’s Pension
With a record 200 Test matches and 463 ODIs, Tendulkar stands as one of the greatest cricketers of all time. Unsurprisingly, he qualifies for the highest pension bracket, earning ₹70,000 per month from the BCCI.
Virender Sehwag – The Nawab of Najafgarh’s Earnings
Sehwag, known for his explosive batting, played 104 Tests and over 250 ODIs for India. Like Tendulkar, he falls under the upper-tier pension category, receiving ₹70,000 monthly.
Other Notable Names in BCCI’s Pension List
- Yuvraj Singh (Lower Test Tier): ₹60,000/month
- Vinod Kambli (First-Class Tier): ₹30,000/month
Why the Pension Scheme Matters
While modern cricketers earn crores through IPL and endorsements, many older-generation players relied solely on match fees. The BCCI’s pension ensures they are recognized and supported post-retirement. Currently, over 900 retired cricketers and umpires benefit from this initiative, with 75% seeing their pensions double after the 2022 revision.
This scheme isn’t just about money—it’s a token of gratitude for the legends who shaped Indian cricket.
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