New Zealand Cricket awarded 20 central contracts for 2025-26 paying NZ$165,000-NZ$318,000 annually with Kane Williamson declining his contract to allow younger players opportunities.
Trent Boult leads current earners combining NZ$300,000 NZC casual contract with ₹12.5 crore Mumbai Indians IPL salary creating $1.8 million total income.
Four debutants including Mitch Hay, Muhammad Abbas, Zak Foulkes, and Adi Ashok secured maiden contracts while Tim Southee’s Test retirement ended his 15-year contracted status.
Access detailed player biography and net worth data for New Zealand’s cricket roster.
| Player Name | Positions Name |
| Kane Williamson | All-rounder |
| Rachin Ravindra | All-rounder |
| Michael Bracewell | All-rounder |
| Mark Chapman | All-rounder |
| Daryl Mitchell | All-rounder |
| Glenn Phillips | All-rounder |
| Mitchell Santner | All-rounder |
| Nathan Smith | All-rounder |
| Finn Allen | Batsman |
| Will Young | Batsman |
| Tom Latham | Wicket-keeper |
| Devon Conway | Wicket-keeper |
| Tom Blundell | Wicket-keeper |
| Lockie Ferguson | Bowler |
| Matt Henry | Bowler |
| Will O’Rourke | Bowler |
| Jacob Duffy | Bowler |
| Ish Sodhi | Bowler |
| Ben Sears | Bowler |
| Ajaz Patel | Bowler |
| Tim Southee | Right-arm fast-medium bowler (All-rounder) |
| Colin Munro | Left-handed opening batsman |
| Colin de Grandhomme | Right-arm medium-fast bowler (All-rounder) |
| James Neesham | All-rounder |
| Henry Nicholls | Left-handed top-order batsman |
| Martin Guptill | Right-handed opening batsman |
Top 10 Highest-Paid New Zealand Cricketers
NZC contracts range NZ$165,000-NZ$318,000 based on performance and format participation. IPL deals transform NZ$300,000 retainers into $1-2 million annual earnings for franchise-contracted players.
| Player | Role | NZC Contract | Annual NZC Salary | IPL 2025 | Total Earnings |
| Trent Boult | Fast bowler | Casual | NZ$300,000 | ₹12.5Cr (MI) | $1.8M+ |
| Kane Williamson | Batsman | Declined | – | ₹2Cr (GT retained) | ₹5.25Cr+ |
| Daryl Mitchell | All-rounder | Central | NZ$280,000-318,000 | Unsold 2025 | $210,000-$240,000 |
| Tom Latham (c) | Wicketkeeper | Central | NZ$280,000-318,000 | – | $210,000-$240,000 |
| Rachin Ravindra | All-rounder | Central | NZ$280,000-318,000 | ₹4Cr (DC) | $700,000+ |
| Devon Conway | Batsman | Casual | NZ$250,000-280,000 | – | $180,000-$210,000 |
| Matt Henry | Fast bowler | Central | NZ$250,000-280,000 | – | $180,000-$210,000 |
| Tom Blundell | Wicketkeeper | Central | NZ$220,000-250,000 | – | $160,000-$190,000 |
| Mitchell Santner | All-rounder | Central | NZ$220,000-250,000 | – | $160,000-$190,000 |
| Glenn Phillips | All-rounder | Central | NZ$220,000-250,000 | ₹2Cr (SRH) | $400,000+ |
Boult earned $1.8 million in 2024 combining NZ$300,000 casual contract (avoiding full-time commitments), ₹12.5 crore MI IPL salary, and global T20 league participation including BBL (Adelaide Strikers), ILT20 (MI Emirates).
Williamson rejected NZC central contract worth NZ$318,000 citing desire to prioritize younger players amid reduced Test schedule. His ₹5.25 crore annual income stems from ₹2 crore GT IPL retention plus NZC match fees totaling NZ$150,000+ yearly.
Richest New Zealand Cricketers by Net Worth
IPL participation transformed Kiwi cricketers into multi-millionaires. Williamson, Boult, and Mitchell lead wealth accumulation through strategic franchise commitments supplementing NZC careers.
| Player | Role | Estimated Net Worth | Age | Primary Wealth Source |
| Kane Williamson | Batsman | ₹84Cr ($10M) | 35 | IPL + NZC + Real estate |
| Trent Boult | Fast bowler | ₹45Cr ($5.5M) | 36 | IPL + NZC + Global T20 |
| Tim Southee (retired) | Fast bowler | ₹40Cr ($4.8M) | 36 | IPL + NZC 15-year career |
| Daryl Mitchell | All-rounder | ₹25Cr ($3M) | 34 | IPL + NZC contracts |
| Ross Taylor (retired) | Batsman | ₹30Cr ($3.6M) | 41 | IPL + NZC + Endorsements |
Williamson built ₹84 crore through IPL earnings totaling ₹52 crore across 13 seasons (SRH ₹11Cr annually 2018-2023, GT ₹2Cr 2024-25), NZC contracts generating NZ$4 million over 15 years, and Auckland property portfolio valued NZ$5 million.
Boult accumulated ₹45 crore through IPL career earnings ₹39.4 crore across nine seasons, NZC contracts totaling NZ$3.5 million since 2011, global T20 leagues (BBL, ILT20, CPL) worth $1.2 million combined.
Mitchell’s ₹25 crore stems from ₹14 crore CSK IPL 2024 contract (unsold 2025), NZC salary averaging NZ$250,000 annually since 2019, and endorsements with New Balance and Anchor Milk.
NZC Central Contract Structure and Match Fees
New Zealand Cricket’s 20 central contracts pay NZ$165,000-NZ$318,000 based on format participation and performance metrics. Casual contracts offer flexibility for senior players managing workload.
2025-26 Contracted Players (20): Muhammad Abbas, Adi Ashok, Tom Blundell, Michael Bracewell, Mark Chapman, Zak Foulkes, Mitch Hay, Matt Henry, Kyle Jamieson, Tom Latham, Daryl Mitchell, Henry Nicholls, Glenn Phillips, Rachin Ravindra, Mitchell Santner, Ben Sears, Will O’Rourke, Nathan Smith, Ish Sodhi, William Young.
Declined/Casual: Kane Williamson (declined central), Trent Boult (casual NZ$300K), Devon Conway (casual NZ$250K-280K).
Match Fees: Test NZ$10,250, ODI NZ$4,000, T20I NZ$2,500 per game.
Australia’s CA pays $1.1 million (NZ$1.18M) maximum versus New Zealand’s NZ$318,000 top tier, demonstrating 3.7x salary gap. England’s ECB £900,000 (NZ$1.89M) maximum creates 5.9x disparity reflecting revenue differences between cricket boards.
IPL and Global T20 Franchise Earnings
Four Kiwis secured IPL 2025 contracts creating $500,000-$1.5 million supplementary income. BBL, ILT20, CPL, and The Hundred provide $100,000-$400,000 additional earning pathways.
IPL 2025: Trent Boult (MI – ₹12.5Cr), Rachin Ravindra (DC – ₹4Cr), Glenn Phillips (SRH – ₹2Cr), Kane Williamson (GT – ₹2Cr retained).
The Hundred: Trent Boult (£125,000), Devon Conway (£100,000).
BBL: Trent Boult (Adelaide Strikers – $300,000), Adam Milne (Melbourne Renegades).
Combined franchise earnings generate $2.5 million annually for New Zealand’s top five players. Boult’s multi-league portfolio (IPL, BBL, ILT20, CPL) creates $1.8 million yearly income dwarfing NZ$300,000 casual NZC contract.
FAQs
Who is New Zealand’s highest-paid cricketer?
Trent Boult earns $1.8 million annually combining NZ$300,000 casual NZC contract, ₹12.5 crore Mumbai Indians IPL salary, and global T20 leagues (BBL, ILT20, CPL) worth $400,000 combined. His death-bowling specialty creates franchise demand generating 6x his NZC income.
How much does NZC pay centrally contracted players?
NZC pays 20 players NZ$165,000-NZ$318,000 annually across performance-based tiers plus match fees (Test NZ$10,250, ODI NZ$4,000, T20I NZ$2,500). Total compensation ranges NZ$180,000-NZ$350,000 yearly for regular internationals before franchise income.
Why did Kane Williamson decline his NZC contract?
Williamson rejected NZ$318,000 central contract citing desire to prioritize younger players amid reduced New Zealand Test schedule. His ₹5.25 crore annual income from IPL, match fees, and endorsements sustains financial security without blocking emerging talent contract opportunities.
Which New Zealand cricketers are in IPL 2025?
Four Kiwis secured IPL 2025 contracts: Trent Boult (MI – ₹12.5Cr), Rachin Ravindra (DC – ₹4Cr), Glenn Phillips (SRH – ₹2Cr), Kane Williamson (GT – ₹2Cr retained). Combined earnings total ₹20.5 crore supplementing NZC contracts.
What is Kane Williamson’s total net worth?
Kane Williamson’s net worth stands at ₹84 crore ($10 million) accumulated through 13 IPL seasons earning ₹52 crore total, NZC contracts generating NZ$4 million over 15 years, endorsements with Asics and Anchor worth $1.5 million, and Auckland property portfolio valued NZ$5 million.
