Top 10 highest-paid cricketers by national contracts

5. Joe Root (England)

The expected retainer for Joe Root, another centrally contracted player by the ECB, is £950,000 (USD 1.2 million approx.). This is in recognition of his status as a former Test captain and all-format player. He also regularly receives match fees and bonuses based on appearances and performance. Root receives more than USD 1.3 million from the ECB alone, as he plays in the majority of games each year. He continues to rank among the top-paid players in the centrally contracted English cricket system.