Top 10 Richest Cricketers in the World
Cricket is not just a sport—it’s an emotion for millions of fans around the world. In countries like India, Australia, England, and even growing cricket nations, cricketers are treated like celebrities—and sometimes even worshipped like gods!Over the years, cricket has become one of the most popular and richest sports globally. From Test matches to T20 leagues like the IPL (Indian Premier League), PSL, and BBL, the sport has expanded its reach to almost every continent. With this massive popularity comes big money. Today, many cricketers earn huge amounts not only from playing cricket but also from endorsements, ads, social media, and their own businesses.In fact, don’t be shocked if you see a cricketer’s name among the world’s richest people. Their earnings can match or even beat those of athletes from sports like football and basketball.In this blog, we’ll reveal the Top 10 Wealthiest Cricketers in the World for the year 2025–2026. From legendary icons to modern superstars, let’s find out who’s topping the charts in terms of money and fame!
10. Pat Cummins – $41 million (₹378 crore)
Pat Cummins: Australia’s Golden Boy and Richest CricketerPat Cummins is not just one of the best fast bowlers in the world—he’s also one of the most successful captains in Australian cricket history. Under his leadership, Australia won the 2023 ODI World Cup and the 2023–25 ICC Test Championship. His fearless attitude, honesty, and consistent performances in both Tests and ODIs have made him a modern-day legend.Known for his sharp bowling and smart captaincy, Cummins has also become a top choice in T20 leagues, especially the IPL, where he earned big deals over the years. With a net worth of around INR 378 crore, he is the richest Australian cricketer of all time.
| Estimated Net Worth (INR) | 378 crore ($41 million)
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| Income Sources | Cricket Australia, IPL (SRH), Endorsements |
| Major Achievements | 2015,2023 World Cup Winner, 2023-25 WTC Winner, Fastest AUS bowler to 150 Test wickets |
| Endorsements | Gillette, Hublot, New Balance |
| Business Ventures | Investments in sustainability startups |
9. Virender Sehwag – $45 Million(₹392 crore)
Viru aka Virender Sehwag is known as one of the most aggressive Indian cricketers of his time and has bagged several records. One of the most prominent figures of Indian cricket history Virender Sehwag holds a $45 million net worth which he made from his career both on and off the field. His powerful batting style and successful career gave him many brands and endorsement deals over the years. The former cricketer is still contributing to cricket with several commentating jobs on sports channels and mentorship.
| Estimated net worth |
$45 million 392 crore |
| Income sources | Commentry, Shewag International School, Endorsements |
| Major Achievements | 2007 T20 WC Winner, 2011 WC Winner, Arjuna award winner 2007 |
| Endorsements | Adidas, Boot,Samsung, Reebok,Colgate |
| Business Ventures | Shewag International School |
8. Chris Gayle – $47 Million(₹409 crore)
Chris Gayle is another marvel from the West Indies, who mastered his cricket skills in both batting and bowling. The world-class allrounder is known for his destructive batting style and for delivering hard to play balls. With $46.875 million Gayle earned the status of one of the wealthiest cricketers in the world. He played for West Indies in all three formats and gave many blistering performances. He is widely known for his several domestic league appearances worldwide including IPL which helps him to reach financial success.
| Estimated net worth | 47 Million (409 crore) |
| Income sources | Nightclub/bar, fashion line, music label, tech investments Endorsements |
| Major Achievements | T20 World Cup winner (2012, 2016), Most Power Heater Batsman |
| Endorsements | Attitude.com, Spartan Sports, Jio, Sandals Resorts, Royal Stag |
| Business Ventures | Nightclub/bar, fashion line, music label, tech investments |
7. Brian Lara – $60 Million(₹500 crore)
The legendary Brian Lara comes next on our top richest cricket in the world whose net worth is $60 million. The ‘Prince of Trinidad’ Brian Lara is known for his aggressive batting style and several impressive records including the highest runs in test cricket. This also led him to several brand endorsements, advertisements ultimately increased his financial abundance.
| Estimated net worth | $60 Million ( 500 crore INR) |
| Income sources | Real estate, golf course design, tourism projects, Endorsements |
| Major Achievements | Test score: 400*; First-class score: 501*; Over 11,900 Test runs |
| Endorsements | MRF, Angostura, Stanmore, Pepsi, Bmobile, Scotiabank |
| Business Ventures | Real estate, golf course design, tourism projects |
6. Ricky Ponting – $70 Million(₹560 crore)
The next richest cricketer in the world is Australia’s former captain Ricky Ponting, one of the best cricketers of all time. His staggering $70 million net worth makes him the fourth wealthiest cricketer in the world. Throughout his career, Ponting led Team Australia successfully in many International cricket series including two consecutive ICC World Cups for 2003 and 2007. After retirement from International cricket, he maintained his net worth with several commentary jobs in IPL and international tours plus a head coach job. According to Homes to Love, the former cricketer owns a beautiful property in Toorak spread over 15,070 sq feet which is worth millions.
| Estimated net worth | $70 Million (560 crore INR) | ||
| Income sources | Coaching,Ponting Wines, real estate, education-tech, racehorses | ||
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| Endorsements | Adidas, Kookaburra, Rexona, Valvoline, Pura Milk, Adventus.io | ||
| Business Ventures | Ponting Wines, real estate, education-tech, racehorses, philanthropy |
5. Saurav Ganguli – $85 Million(₹700 crore)
India’s former captain and BCCI president Saurav Ganguli is the next richest cricketer in the world. One of the most influential Indian captains Saurav Ganguli has a net worth of $85 million which is approx Rs 700 crore in total. Famous as Dada among his fans, Saurav Ganguli has maintained his brand value even after retiring from cricket. He became India’s first captain in 65 years and became the head of the BCCI. His lucrative net worth comes from his many brand endorsements and salary as Director of the Delhi Capitals in IPL. The Prince of Kolkata also owns several luxury cars and several properties in India and London.
| Estimated net worth | $85 million (700 crore INR) |
| Income sources | Coashing, Real estate, luxury assets Endorsements |
| Major Achievements | President of BCCI (2019–2022),21 Test wins — a record for India at the time |
| Endorsements | Raft Cosmic EV, Casagrand, Veedol, Bandhan Bank, DreamSetGo, Puma, My11Circle & more |
| Business Ventures | ISL team ownership, edtech & media startups, real estate, luxury assets |
4. Virat Kohli – $130 Million(₹1100 crore)
The Goat of cricket, Virat Kohli is a huge deal in cricket who surpassed some of the legendary cricketers including Sachin Tendulkar in such a short time of his career. Virat Kohli is the third most followed celebrity in the world and is also one of top wealthiest cricketers in the world. Addressed as the King of cricket by his fans, Virat Kohli has a huge net worth of $130 million which is more than Rs 1,000 crore. This Global Media sensation is the highest-paid athlete in the world. According to Forbes, Virat earns more than $24 million from brand endorsements every year. Plus he has his own luxury brand One8 based on his jersey number 18 like CR7. All these smart businesses and investments add up to his net worth and income every year.
| Virat Kohli Net Worth (INR) | 1100 crore ($130 Million) |
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| Income Sources | BCCI contract, IPL (RCB), Endorsements |
| Major Achievements | 2011 World Cup Winner, Most Runs in T20Is, 82 Int’l Centuries |
| Endorsements | Puma, MRF, Audi, Herbalife |
| Business Ventures | One8 (Fashion & Fitness), Co-owner FC Goa (ISL) |
3. Mahendra Singh Dhoni – $138 Million(₹1200 crore)
Mahi aka Mahendra singh Dhoni is undoubtedly one of the most successful Indian captains who led three ICC trophies successfully. Under his captaincy, Team India won the 2007 T20 World Cup, the 2011 World Cup, and the 2013 ICC Champions Trophy. Captain Cool is popular among his fans for his calm and cool nature on and off the field which also played a huge role in his great net worth of $138 million approx Rs 1,200 crore. Apart from his International cricket success. Dhoni is the most successful captain in the IPL (Indian Premier League), the world’s richest domestic league. He played smartly on and off the field as well by investing carefully in many business ventures, real estate, luxury bikes, and partnering with a huge brand. All this surely plays a huge role in increasing his net worth and still making him the richest cricketer in the world even after he retires from the International cricket format.
| Estimated net worth | 1200 crore INR ($138 Million) |
| Income sources | IPL, Endorsements |
| Major Achievements | 2007 T20 WC Winner, 2011 T20 WC Winner, Indias Best Captain |
| Endorsements | 70+ brands (₹200 crore+ annual endorsement income) |
| Business Ventures | SEVEN, CSK and Ranchi Rays ownership, hotel, school, entertainment wing |
2. Sachin Tendulkar – $175 Million(₹1500 crore)
The ‘God of Cricket’ Sachin Tendulkar is not only the most prominent figure but also the richest cricketer in the world. The former cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar’s unwavering achievements like most runs including 100 centuries in International cricket led him to his vast abundance. With a net worth of $175 million which is approx Rs 1500 crore, Master Blaster Sachin Tendulkar not only topped the charts of richest cricketer in India but also in the World. He is not only a great cricketer but also a successful businessman who earned his vast net worth through smart investment, brand sponsorship, advertisements, and business ventures like chain restaurants like ‘Sachin and Tendulkar’ in Bengaluru. He also invested in Media & Entertainment, and real estate and has many luxury cars.
| Estimated net worth | 1500 crore INR ($ 175 Million) |
| Income sources | Mentorship & Pension,Endorsements, |
| Major Achievements | 2007 T20 WC Winner, 2011 WC Winner, 100 Centuries in all formates |
| Endorsements | Boost,Adidas, Puma, Coca‑Cola, BMW,MRF tayers 30+ Endorsements |
| Business Ventures | Many Bussineses in india. |
1. Ajay Jadeja – $178 Million(₹1550 crore)
