The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has implemented a major restructuring of its central contracts for the 2025–26 season, prioritizing current workload and multi-format availability. This overhaul has resulted in the elevation of three key IPL stars to the highest tier, Grade A.
Gujarat Titans captain Shubman Gill, Mumbai Indians pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah, and all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja are the only three players to secure the top contracts. Gill's inclusion reflects his growing stature and leadership potential across formats, while Bumrah remains India’s premier fast bowler. Jadeja’s consistent all-round value and availability across Tests, ODIs, and T20Is cemented his position in the elite bracket. This move highlights the selection committee's focus on rewarding present impact and adaptability as the national team evolves.
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“Group A now represents the highest tier of central contracts. This category features just three players: Shubman Gill, Jasprit Bumrah, and Ravindra Jadeja.”
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According to NDTV, Gill arranged for a specialised water purification machine worth around INR 3 lakh to be installed inside his hotel room. Hotel sources revealed that the device is capable of re-purifying even RO-treated and packaged bottled water.
Overall, Gill has amassed 216 runs from two matches at Indore, both of them centuries, at an astonishing average of 108.
The presence of Shubman Gill and Sai Sudharsan at the top of the order gives a lot of solidity to the side. While they might not be a flashy pair like Abhishek Sharma and Travis Head, they are way more consistent and contenders for the Orange Cap. With Jos Buttler coming in at No. 3, the Titans have one of the most reliable top three in the league.

“Group A now represents the highest tier of central contracts. This category features just three players: Shubman Gill, Jasprit Bumrah, and Ravindra Jadeja.”