Cricket is one of the most popular sports in India, and many cricketers have earned huge amounts of money through their careers. From playing in international, domestic, and franchise cricket matches to signing endorsement deals. In this article, we will look at the top 10 richest Indian cricketers.
Top 10 richest Indian cricketers
1) Ajay Jadeja
Ajay Jadeja’s net worth is estimated to be around $174 million. On October 12, 2024, Maharaja Shatrusalyasinhji Jadeja named Ajay Jadeja the heir to the Jamnagar Royal throne, making him the richest Indian cricketer. Jadeja also earned a lot from endorsements and his business ventures after retiring from cricket.
The 53-year-old has played 196 ODI matches for India and scored 5359 runs. In 15 Test matches, he scored 576 runs. His international career spanned from 1992 to 2000.
2) Sachin Tendulkar
Sachin Tendulkar, regarded as the best batsman in the world, has a net worth of $150 million. Known as the “Master Blaster,” the 51-year-old has scored a record 100 centuries in international cricket, with a total of 34,357 runs. This is the highest record in cricket history.
3) MS Dhoni
MS Dhoni’s net worth is estimated to be $110 million. Known for his calm and sharp leadership, Dhoni led India to victory in major tournaments like the 2007 ICC World T20 and the 2011 ICC World Cup. The 43-year-old has scored 17,266 runs in international cricket. As a captain, he has won 5 IPL titles with Chennai Super Kings, the most tied with Mumbai Indians.
4) Virat Kohli
Virat Kohli’s net worth is around $93 million. Known for his aggressive batting and impressive records, Kohli has scored 80 international centuries and is very close to Sachin Tendulkar’s record. The 35-year-old has scored 13,906 runs in ODIs, 9,040 in Tests, and 4,188 in T20Is. Recently, Kohli won the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 and announced his retirement from T20Is. He has all major ICC trophies, including the 2011 Cricket World Cup, 2013 Champions Trophy, and the 2024 T20 World Cup.
5) Sourav Ganguly
Sourav Ganguly has an estimated net worth of $50 million. Known as the “Prince of Calcutta,” Ganguly captained India to many victories, including the famous 2002 NatWest Trophy. After retiring, he became involved in commentary, administration, and business ventures. The 51-year-old played 311 ODI matches and scored 11,363 runs, while also scoring 7,212 runs in 113 Test matches.
6) Virender Sehwag
Virender Sehwag’s net worth is about $45 million. Known for his explosive batting and record-breaking centuries, Sehwag was one of India’s most aggressive openers. The 46-year-old has scored 8,586 runs in Tests and 8,273 runs in 251 ODI matches. He earned wealth from his cricket career, commentary roles, and business investments.
7) Yuvraj Singh
Yuvraj Singh’s estimated net worth stands at $35 million. Famous for his aggressive batting, he was the Player of the Tournament in both the 2007 ICC World T20 and the 2011 World Cup. The left-handed batsman has scored 11,778 runs in Test, ODIs, and T20Is, and taken 148 wickets. His wealth also comes from business ventures and brand endorsements.
8) Suresh Raina
Suresh Raina’s net worth is around $25 million. Known for his dynamic middle-order batting and his contribution to India’s 2011 World Cup win, Raina’s wealth comes from his cricket career, especially his IPL contracts, and endorsement deals. The 37-year-old has played 226 ODI matches, scoring 5,615 runs, and 1,605 runs in 78 T20Is. He also took 62 wickets in international cricket.
9) Rahul Dravid
Rahul Dravid, with an estimated net worth of $23 million, is known as the “Wall” of Indian cricket for his solid batting technique. Dravid has scored over 24,000 runs in international cricket. After retiring, he took on coaching roles, adding to his wealth. He has played 344 ODIs, scoring 10,889 runs, and 13,288 runs in 164 Test matches.
10) Rohit Sharma
Rohit Sharma’s net worth is around $22 million. Known for his elegance and record-breaking double centuries in ODIs, Rohit has earned wealth from his cricket career, including IPL earnings and endorsement deals. Recently, he led India to victory in the 2024 ICC T20 World Cup, cementing his place as one of India’s best captains. “Hitman” has scored 19,367 runs for India, including 48 centuries.
Top 5 Active Richest Indian Cricketers
Virat Kohli
Virat Kohli remains the wealthiest active cricketer, with a net worth of $93 million. Famous for his record-breaking runs and centuries, Kohli continues to shine in international cricket. His popularity is reflected in his major brand endorsements and personal business ventures.
Rohit Sharma
Rohit Sharma, with a net worth of $22 million, continues to earn from his cricket career, particularly in the IPL. Known for his consistency and for making history with three double centuries in ODIs, his success on the field has earned him many lucrative deals.
