New Zealand Cricket maintains 25 contracted players paid annual retainers on a cascading scale from around NZ$125,000 to NZ$40,000.
In addition, players earn match fees for test and limited-overs appearances and can earn more from sponsorship, endorsements and private business interests.
But the largest income earned by a New Zealander -- until recently Fleming was its highest-paid player -- cannot match the money available in India.
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