11 Richest Indian Cricketers: Who are the richest?

The 9 Richest Indian cricketers: We all agree to the fact that apart from Industrialists in India, Bollywood stars and cricketers are the other mega grosser. No wonder a big chunk of the youth that the country has today, aims at joining either of the two professions. The fame, celebrity status brings to you a mass appeal which is cashed in on by advertisers and brands. Thus we see lot of our cricketers endorsing brands for commercials and featuring in their advertisements. BCCI contract fees, match fees along with IPL contracts and endorsements have made almost all the cricketers millionaires if not all are dealing in billions. Here we have the list of top 11 richest Indian cricketers: 11. Rahul Dravid $23 million (1.886 billion INR): Rahul Dravid might have retired from cricket in 2012 but a man of his stature and respect can never be kept away from the cricketing fraternity. He ended his coaching stint with the Indian team with an unforgettable and historic T20 World Cup 2024 triumph on Caribbean soil, proving life really does go full circle. He continues to remain the mentor and coach of the Indian Premier League franchise Rajasthan Royals; his home team in a few seasons. Along with that, Rahul is the brand image of Gillette India and many other brands; he is also a super star commentator in international cricket matches. Rahul is estimated to have a worth of around $23 million. Also Check: Top 10 Wonders of Cricket 10. Gautam Gambhir $23 million (1.886 billion INR): Though Gautam Gambhir is out of favor from the Indian cricket team for the past couple of years, he has earned himself enough fans and brand value to even sustain without it. A good performance in the IPL for his team Kolkata Knight not only made Gambhir two times IPL champion skipper but also boosted his value in the industry. His worth is estimated to be around $23 million. 9. Rohit Sharma $24 million (1.968 billion INR): Rohit Sharma, widely recognized for his explosive batting and strategic acumen, has established himself as a prominent figure in international cricket. As the captain of the Indian team, he led the side to victory in the T20 World Cup 2024, showcasing his leadership and tactical skills, combined with responsibly destructive batting. Despite falling short as runners-up in the 50-over World Cup 2023, Rohit's contributions have been invaluable. His remarkable performances and leadership have earned him substantial brand endorsements, contributing to his considerable net worth, which is estimated to be around $24 million. Also Check: Top 10 international cricketers with professions besides cricket 8. Suresh Raina $25 million (2.05 billion INR): Suresh Raina, known for his explosive batting and agility in the field, has been a mainstay in the Indian Premier League and international cricket for years, before calling it quits from professional cricket in 2018. While he has faced challenges with consistency at the international level, his prowess as a dependable middle-order batsman and occasional off-spinner has kept him in high demand in T20 leagues worldwide. Raina's immense popularity and loyal fan following have also led to numerous brand endorsements, contributing to his impressive net worth of around $25 million. 7. Yuvraj Singh $35 million (2.905 billion INR): Yuvraj Singh is a huge name in India, not only for his cricket but the fan following that he has in addition to being among the most eligible bachelors’ in the country. He has achieved huge highs in his career be it the six sixes that he hit in the World T20, 2007 or being the Man of the Tournament in the ICC Cricket World Cup 2011, he has seen it all. For the last couple of years Yuvraj has been the most expensive buy in the Indian Premier League players auction and thus his net worth is estimated among the top 5 cricketers in the country and is around $35 million. Also Check: 7 cricketers and their Idols 6. Virender Sehwag $45 million (3.735 billion INR): Virender Sehwag might not be a part of the Indian cricket team, but even today he is one of the most talked about players in the country. His batting style and class has mesmerized fans around the world. Shewag at the twilight of his career stands to have a very good image in the cricketing and non cricketing circles and thus a popular choice among brands. It is estimated that Sehwag has a worth of around $45 million. 5. Sourav Ganguly $50 million (4.15 billion INR): If there is one man in the city of Kolkata who is more popular than the Chief Minister of the state or anybody for that matter it has to be the prince of Kolkata Sourav Ganguly. His aggression, style continues to bind fans years after he left the cricket field. Ganguly apart from holding governing position in the Cricket Association of Bengal is a Television Commentator and also works as expert at news broadcasting channels. His reported approximate worth is $50 million. Also Check: 10 Cricketers and their super luxurious homes 4. Virat Kohli $93 million (7.719 billion INR): Virat Kohli is a flamboyant cricketer and has one of the largest youth appeal in the country at the moment. Along with the cricket that he plays and his batting, the heroic looks attract considerable fans to him. Virat today is a hot pick among advertisers to promote their products to the youth of this country. He is estimated to have a worth of around $93 million. 3. Mahendra Singh Dhoni $110 million (9.13 billion INR): The Indian cricket team captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni has scaled his rise from a small town cricketer to the poster boy of Indian cricket. His achievements as a wicket-keeper batter and a captain have been unmatched in Indian cricket history. Dhoni is known for his superb hitting and thus has been the flag bearer of the IPL franchise CSK for all the years it has been in the tournament. Apart from that he is the most sought after sports person in the world and is also the highest earning cricketer in the world. Dhoni has approximately made a worth of around $110 million for himself. Also Check: 5 Amazing coincidences of Indian cricket 2. Sachin Tendulkar $150 million (12.45 billion INR): For a considerable percentage of fans of cricket in the country, it was always about and continues to remain about Sachin Tendulkar. (Photo Source: Associated Press) For a considerable percentage of fans of cricket in the country, it was always about and continues to remain about Sachin Tendulkar, he has redefined batting in cricket, set records in almost all the major aspects and is a very humble, down to earth human being. Sachin retiring from cricket has not bulged a single fan from his followers list, in fact is an ever growing one. He though has no associations with any organization Sachin has a big list of endorsements and he is expected to have an estimated worth of about $150 million. 1. Ajay Jadeja Having played 196 ODIs and 15 Test matches for the Indian team between 1992 and 2000, former India cricketer Ajay Jadeja was named the descendant of the Jamnagar royal family. Becoming one of the richest cricketers in India, reports have claimed that ever since he was declared as the heir of the Jamnagar Royal Family, Jadeja’s net worth is around a whopping ₹1,450 crore. If the reports are to be believed, his net worth has even surged past that of Virat Kohli and is now the richest cricketer in India. Also Read: Ajay Jadeja becomes successor to Jamnagar Royal family Disclaimer: The estimated net worth figures for cricketers provided above are approximate and based on reports from The Times of India. CricTracker does not guarantee the accuracy or completeness of this information and cannot fully confirm its accuracy. The figures should be considered as estimates and may not reflect the precise financial status of the individuals mentioned. *All stats are updated till October 15, 2024

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11 Richest Indian Cricketers: Who are the richest?

Just like BCCI is the richest cricket board, several star Indian cricketers have also made a rich, luxurious lifestyle for themselves, and continue to mint crores even after retirement.

9. Rohit Sharma $24 million (1.968 billion INR):

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