Top 10 Richest Cricketers in the World. Former Indian Captain Tops List With $170 Million Net Worth

Cricket, often hailed as a religion in many parts of the world, has not only brought fame to its players but also immense wealth. Events like ODI World Cup, attracting billions of fans around the globe brings in substantial revenue for organizers.

However, Indian Premier League(IPL) has further skyrocketed the cricketers earnings, making them some of the richest athletes globally.

Richest cricketers have landed into diverse platforms like lucrative contracts, brand endorsements and successful business ventures, highlighting the game’s evolution into major commercial enterprise.

How about we explore the top 10 richest cricketers in the world?

1) Sachin Tendulkar

Net Worth: $170 million
Team: India
Age: 51

The richest cricketer in the world is the “God of Cricket,” Sachin Tendulkar. Setting the new standards for brilliance in cricket history, Sachin has broke and created numerous records including the 100 international centuries in his two decades of illustrious career.

The former Indian cricketer has garnered significant wealth, as he also endorses 15 brands including Apollo Tyres, ITC’s Savlon, JioCinema, Spinny and Ageas Federal Life Insurance, making him on top of the list of the richest cricketers in the world.

2) Mahendra Singh Dhoni

Net Worth: $111 million
Team: India
Age: 42

“Captain Cool,” as is the former Indian cricketer affectionately remembered, Dhoni has been the most successful captains in cricket history. He has earned India remarkable victories, including the 2007 ICC World Twenty20 and the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup.

Mahindra Singh Dhoni with his wit and resilient personality has amassed an immense wealth from his scintillating career. Apart from that, Dhoni endorses a whole host of brands which include Oreo, Dream11, Lava, Spartan Sports, Gulf Oil India, Reebok, Exide, Unacademy, Orient, Aircel etc.

3) Virat Kohli

Net Worth: $92 million
Team: India
Age: 35

Virat having a huge fan following throughout the world, tops the most followed Indian in India on Instagram. The former Captain of team India boasts of being the highest run getter in IPL . He is an exceptional batter with aggressive leadership style.

Endorsing a catalog of brands which include Puma, Toothsi, Noise, Avās Living, Blue Tribe, Rage Coffee, Fire-Boltt, Digit Insurance, Vivo, Vize, Great Learning, Blue Star, Wellman, Himalaya, Myntra, Google Duo and other lucrative endorsements along with smart business ventures presents him as one of the wealthiest cricketers globally.

4) Ricky Ponting

Net Worth: $70 million
Team: Australia
Age: 49

Widely regarded as one of the greatest batsmen of all time, former Australian cricketer has led the Australian team to two consecutive ICC Cricket World Cup victories in 2003 and 2007. The endorsements like Adidas, Pura Milk, Kookaburra bats, Rexona and business ventures has contributed to his considerable wealth.

 5) Brian Lara

Net Worth: $60 million
Team: West Indies
Age: 55

The “Prince of Trinidad,” as fondly known, Brian Lara is celebrated for his decent batting style and record-breaking innings. The West Indies, former cricketer holds several batting records, including the highest individual score in Test cricket. The icon also enjoys a great financial success being a Usha International Brand’s brand ambassador.

6) Shane Warne

Net Worth: $50 million
Team: Australia
Age: 52

One of the greatest spin bowlers in cricket history, Shane was a favorite among cricket fans for his charismatic personality. The player enjoyed a iridescent career along with endorsements like Advanced Hair, VB beer, 888poker and media appearances, contributing to his huge wealth.

Born in 1969, Shane left the earthly abode on March 4, 2022, in Thailand due to fatal heart attack.

7) Jacques Kallis

Net Worth: $48 million

Team: South Africa
Age: 48

Kallis’s remarkable ability to contribute with both bat and ball brought the former South African cricketer immense recognition and numerous accolades throughout his career. Other than being a successful player in the field, his endorsements like Funxion Fusion Events & Décor, Slazenger and coaching ventures, has made him one of the wealthiest cricketers globally.

8) Virender Sehwag

Net Worth: $40 million
Team: India
Age: 45

Sehwag, a household former Indian cricketer name was known for his dauntless approach and aggressive batting style. Virender Sehwag revolutionised opening batting in Test cricket. With numerous record in cricket history, former player has also a great financial success.

Major income resources being endorsements like Adidas, Boost, Samsung Mobiles, Reebok, Hero Honda, Zandu Balm, Nirala Group, Rasna, Royal Challenge, JK cements, ICICI bank, Xiaomi India, Fila, PolicyX.com.

9) Shane Watson

Net Worth: $40 million
Team: Australia
Age: 42

In the cricketing community, the former Australian all-rounder has made major contributions to multiple cricket leagues worldwide. The skilled batter is also known for his effective seam bowling. His reputation other than a cricketer stands in the impressive financial groundings given his endorsements like Sea World Australia, ASICS Australia, American Express.

10) Yuvraj Singh

Net Worth: $35 million
Team: India
Age: 42

Yuvraj Singh a big name in the world of cricket is remembered for his heroic performances in significant tournaments like the 2007 ICC World Twenty20 and the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup.

Warmly called ‘Yuvi’, the former Indian cricketer, reminds one of powerful batting and exceptional fielding skills. Howzat, Pepsi, Whirlpool, Aakash Institute are some of the endorsements, fetching the former cricketer major earnings.