9 Richest cricketers in india in 2023
Cricket is one of the most popular sports in India, and it
has produced some of the world's best cricketers. In this article, we'll take a
look at the 9 richest cricketers in India and how they amassed their wealth.
01. Sachin Tendulkar
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Net Worth: $150 Million (1114 crore)
Sachin Tendulkar, also known as the ‘god of cricket,' tops
our list of the richest cricketers in India in 2023. With his incredible
batting skills, Sachin has made a name for himself as one of the greatest
cricketers of all time.
Retiring from cricket back in 2013, Sachin is still one of
the most recognized sports personalities in India and the world. His net worth
is estimated to be Rs.1114 crores (in indian rupees), which is equivalent to $150 Million in USD.
Sachin is a sought-after celebrity for brand endorsements,
and he charges anywhere between Rs. 8-10 crores (Indian rupees) for a 2-3 day brand shoot. He
has also earned over Rs. 38 crores from his franchise Mumbai Indians during his
IPL stint from 2008 to 2013.
Tendulkar was the first Indian sportsman to secure a
commercial deal worth Rs.100 crore with MRF back in 2001. Besides, Sachin owns
two restaurants, one in Mumbai and the other in Bangalore, and a badminton team
named Bengaluru Blasters in Premier Badminton League.
Sachin's love for luxury cars is also well-known, and he
owns over 10 luxury cars, including BMW X5M, BMW i8, Ferrari 360 Modena, and
Nissan GT-R, among others. Overall, Sachin's achievements and investments make
him the wealthiest cricketer in India in 2023.
02. M S Dhoni
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Mahendra Singh Dhoni is the second richest cricketer in
India, with a net worth of Rs. 818 crore ($110 million). He is known for his
exceptional captaincy and cool-headedness on the cricket field. Dhoni has
achieved the distinction of being the first and only captain in international
cricket history to win all ICC trophies: the T20I World Cup 2007, ODI World Cup
2011, and Champions Trophy 2013.
Fondly called "Maahi," Dhoni is also a co-owner of
various sporting franchises, including Chennai-based football club Chennaiyin
FC, Ranchi-based hockey club Ranchi Rays, and the Mahi Racing Team India, a
SuperSport World Championship team.
Dhoni is one of the most sought-after brand endorsers, with
endorsements for international brands such as GoDaddy, Boost, Pepsi, Orient
PSPO, Aircel, Spartan Sports, Reebok, Big Bazaar, Amity University, and Sonata Watches, and more.
Moreover, Mahi is the owner of a fashion brand called
"Se7en" and a gym franchise called SportsFit. In 2015, he was also
named the 23rd highest-paid athlete in the world, owing to his partnerships
with various international brands.
03. Virat Kohli
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With a net worth of Rs. 690 Crore ($93 Million), Virat
Kohli, the Indian National Cricket team captain, secures the third position on
our list of the top 10 richest cricketers in India in 2023.
Virat is considered one of the best batsmen in the world,
and his vibrant personality and dashing looks have made him a brand magnet. With
over 100 million followers on Instagram, he is the most followed cricketer on
the platform. Virat charges approximately ₹2.2 crores per sponsored post on
Instagram.
He was ranked 66th on the Forbes list of highest-paid
athletes worldwide, being the only cricketer to appear on the list.
Virat extended his contract with Royal Challengers Bangalore
for Rs.17 crores, becoming the highest-paid IPL player ever.
Kohli charges over 4 crores a day for brand endorsements and
earned around Rs. 196 crores in 2020 through endorsements alone. His luxurious
house in Gurugram is estimated to be around Rs. 80 crores, while his apartment
in Worli, Mumbai, is worth approximately Rs. 34 crores.
Virat owns fashion brands Wrogn and One8 and serves as the brand ambassador for Colgate, Myntra, Boost, MPL, PUMA, Himalaya, Great Learning, Volini, Too Yum, MRF Tyres, and many more.
04. Saurav Ganguly
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Saurav Ganguly, known as “Dada” by his fans, is the 4th
wealthiest cricketer in India and one of the most respected cricketers around
the world.
Ganguly is widely credited with instilling an aggressive
attitude in the Indian cricket team, helping them beat even the toughest
opponents. He is currently the president of the BCCI, CAB, and the Editorial
Board with Wisden India, which has contributed to his immense popularity among
fans even after his retirement from international cricket a decade ago.
With his brand value consistently on the rise, Ganguly has
secured endorsement deals with companies like My 11 Circle, JSW Cement, Tata
Tetley, Fortune Oil, and more. He charges an estimated Rs. 2-3 crores for a
brand deal, which has helped him earn a place on the list of India's richest
cricketers.
Ganguly resides in a luxurious house in Kolkata, estimated
to be around Rs. 10 crores, and is also the co-owner of the ISL team ATK Mohun
Bagan.
05. Virender Sehwag
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Virender Sehwag, a former Indian cricketer, is the 5th
richest cricketer in India with a net worth of Rs. 334 crores ($45 Million).
Virender Sehwag was always a crowd favorite throughout his
14-year career, known for his extravagant and aggressive batting style. He
earned a lot of fame and fortune through his fearless approach to the game.
Also known as the "Nawab of Najafgarh," Sehwag now makes money through his commentary gigs, brand endorsements, and business investments. He has worked with many prominent brands like MyTeam11, Reebok, Adidas, Hero Honda, Boost, Samsung, and more, charging around $350,000 (approximately Rs. 2 crores) from brand endorsement annually.
06. Yuvraj Singh
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Net worth: $35million (259crore)
Yuvraj Singh, the former Indian cricketer, holds a net worth
of Rs. 259 crores ($35 Million), making him the 6th richest cricketer in India.
Known for his flamboyant batting and incredible fielding skills, Yuvi made
history in the cricketing world with his six sixes in an over during a 2007
World Cup game.
Yuvraj has earned a total of Rs. 84 crores from playing in
the IPL for six different franchises between 2008 and 2019. He resides with his
actress wife Hazel Keech in a luxurious apartment in Worli, Mumbai, which he
bought for a staggering Rs. 64 crores in 2013.
Apart from his cricketing and real estate ventures, Yuvraj
is also a smart investor and runs an investment firm called YouWeCan (YWC)
Ventures. The firm has invested in several startups, including Healthians,
EasyDiner, Well Versed, Edukart, Vyomo, Holosuit, and many more, contributing
to his massive net worth.
07. Suresh Raina
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Suresh Raina, a popular Indian cricketer, has built an
impressive net worth through his successful career in cricket and brand
endorsements. One of the major contributors to his wealth is his decade-long
association with the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the Indian Premier League
(IPL). Currently, he is earning an annual salary of Rs. 11 crores from CSK, and
his cumulative earnings from IPL salary have exceeded 100 crores since the
inception of the tournament.
Raina resides with his family in a lavish mansion in
Ghaziabad that costs around Rs. 18 crores. Apart from cricket, Raina has also
ventured into business with his wife Priyanka Chaudhary and co-founded a baby
care brand called Maaté.
Raina's popularity has landed him several brand endorsement
deals, with him earning over Rs. 7 crores annually through endorsements. Some
of the brands he has been associated with include Muthoot Group, India Cements,
Jio, Nippon, Frooti, Boost, Pepsi, and more.
The cricketer also has a passion for luxurious cars, and his
car collection includes several high-end vehicles such as the Porsche Boxster,
Mini Cooper, Mercedes-Benz GLC, and more.
08. Rahul Dravid
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Rahul Dravid, known for his composure, is the eighth
wealthiest cricketer in India, with an estimated net worth of INR 172 crores
acquired from his 16-year long cricketing career, commentary, coaching, and
brand endorsements.
Dravid is currently the Head of Operations at the National
Cricket Academy (NCA), where he receives a monthly salary of about INR 60
lakhs. He is also the head coach of the U-19 and India A teams, and he was
reportedly paid INR 5 crores for the job.
"The Wall" has endorsed several brands such as
Gillette, Reebok, Castrol, and Max Life, and recently appeared in a CRED credit
card app commercial, which received high praise and is expected to increase his
brand value.
He resides in an INR 4 crore house in Indira Nagar,
Bangalore, and owns several luxury vehicles such as the Audi Q5, BMW 5 series,
Mercedes Benz GLE, and more.
09. Rohit Sharma
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Rohit Sharma, India's vice-captain in limited-overs cricket,
has a net worth of Rs. 160 Crore ($22 Million), making him the 9th richest
cricketer in India. Known as the "Hitman" for his elegant yet
aggressive batting style, Rohit earns Rs. 7 crores annually through his A+
grade contract with BCCI. He represents India in all three formats and receives
a match fee of Rs. 15 lakh per Test match, Rs. 6 lakh per ODI, and Rs. 3 lakh
per T20I from the board.
Playing for his IPL franchise Mumbai Indians, Rohit earns
Rs. 15 crores per annum as the team's captain. Since 2008, he has earned over
Rs. 146 crores from the IPL. Rohit charges around Rs. 1-2 crores per day for
his brand endorsements, with brands such as Dream11, CEAT tires, Adidas,
Relispray, and Hublot watches in his portfolio.
Rohit and his wife live in a luxurious apartment in Worli,
Mumbai, worth over Rs. 30 crores.
