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Top 10 Richest Indian Cricketers 2025 - Updated

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Richest Indian Cricketer

Cricket has been one of the richest games in the world. The players over the years gained massive salaries, through international contracts, franchise leagues like the IPL, brand endorsements, and a lot more. In today’s modern era, with social media being active, the players now secure multi-million-dollar deals with top brands, launch their business ventures, and dominate social media platforms.

The players’ incomes have a booming effect on cricket’s economy. Especially in a country like India, where cricket has been an emotion, a religion, and a billion-dollar industry. Indian cricketers have not only achieved renown on the field, but have also amassed vast wealth off it. India's finest cricketers are among the world's wealthiest sports figures, with brand endorsements and business enterprises, as well as investments and social media impact.

Sachin Tendulkar changed the dynamics of Indian cricket through his performances and helped the BCCI get its first media rights to showcase a match on television. He was the face of many brands during his playing days, and even now as well. He is the all time richest cricketer in the world and in India as well. In this article, we will cover most richest cricketer in India 2025.

Ranking Factor

The ranking should be done on some specific and universal factors so that all India's richest cricketers in 2025 are ranked on a fair basis. Here is the list of the factors on which the ranking has been done.

  • Total Net Worth: We will rank all the players on the basis of their current net worth, and players with the highest net worth will feature in this list of the top 10 richest cricketers in India 2025.

List of Top 10 Richest Indian Cricketers

RankCricketerEstimated Net WorthKey Income Sources
1.Virat KohliINR 1060 crBCCI & IPL salaries, endorsements (Puma, Audi), own brands (Wrogn, One8)
2.Mahendra Singh DhoniINR 950 crIPL earnings, endorsements (GoDaddy, Gulf Oil), businesses (Seven, Ranchi Rays)
3.Rohit SharmaINR 760 crBCCI & IPL salaries, endorsements, brand ambassador roles
4.Jasprit BumrahINR 400 crBCCI & IPL salaries, endorsements (Asics, Dream11), investments
5.KL RahulINR 350 crBCCI & IPL salaries, endorsements (Boat, Puma), co-owner of Gully clothing brand
6.Hardik PandyaINR 300 crBCCI & IPL salaries, endorsements (Gillette, Gulf Oil), fashion label (Hardened)
7.Rishabh PantINR 250 crBCCI & IPL salaries, endorsements (JSW, SG), digital content creation
8.Shubman GillINR 200 crBCCI & IPL salaries, endorsements (CEAT, Nike), social media collaborations
9.Suryakumar YadavINR 150 crBCCI & IPL salaries, endorsements (Dream11 and BAS), investments
10.Ravindra JadejaINR 140 crBCCI & IPL salaries, endorsements, farming and equestrian ventures

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10. Ravindra Jadeja

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Ravindra Jadeja (Image Credits: Ravindrasinh jadeja Official X Account/@imjadeja)

Ravindra Jadeja has been one of the finest all-rounders for India across formats and Indian cricket richest man. He retired from the T20I format after winning the T20 World Cup 2024. The Southpaw has been a match-winner for the franchise and the Indian team. Jadeja has been one of the active and richest cricketers in India. His earnings over the years have skyrocketed due to BCCI contracts, IPL salaries, brand endorsements, and business ventures.

The star all-rounder is expected to expand his business venture even further in the upcoming years. Ravindra Jadeja net worth in rupees 2025 is 115 crore, including his central contracts, match fees, IPL salary and brand endorsements. Jaddu has been one of the finest fielders in world cricket as well, and can contribute to all three departments, batting, bowling, and fielding, which has made him one of the most valuable players in international cricket and the IPL.

9. Suryakumar Yadav

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Surya Kumar Yadav (Image Credits: BCCI Official X Account/@BCCI)

Suryakumar Yadav was kept by Mumbai Indians for ₹16.35 crore, which clearly shows his key role in the team's batting order. His consistent performance has largely been the reason behind his financial prosperity. Yadav's marketability has led to contracts with several prominent companies. He endorses brands such as Reebok India, JioCinema, Crossbeats, The Indian Garage Co., and Seagram's Royal Stag.

His wealth also includes his IPL salary with Mumbai Indians, as well as money earned from a national team contract. He currently captains the Indian T20 team. His Dream11 and BAS endorsement deals further add a spin to his earnings. With his outstanding performances, Suryakumar is set to outvalue himself in terms of both cricket and brand endorsements. He ranks ninth in the richest Indian cricketer list.

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8. Shubman Gill

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Shubman Gill (Image Credits: Gujarat Titans Official X Account/@gujarat_titans)

Shubman Gill, one of India's most promising young batters and most richest Indian cricketer. He is the No.1 batter in the ICC ODI Rankings. With an average of over 60, he has been brilliant for the Men in Blue since his debut in this format. He has continued to score runs for the side and has played some crucial knocks on difficult wickets as well. Gill has been the batter with the fastest 2000 runs in ODI format.

Gill has been a sensation off the field as well. The Gujarat Titans (GT) captain, earnings are derived from a combination of his BCCI central contract, IPL money, and an expanding portfolio of commercial sponsorships. Apart from cricket, Gill has endorsed several popular brands such as TATA Capital, Gillette, CEAT, BharatPe, and My11Circle. With Gill's on-field prowess and off-field endeavors, he is indeed the fulcrum of Indian cricket ahead. Both in revenue and box-office performance.

7. Rishabh Pant

Rishabh Pant
Rishabh Pant (Image Credits: IPL Official X Account/@IPL)

Rishabh Pant has emerged as one of India's most exciting wicketkeeper-batters in recent years, redefining the classic role with aggressive batting and ever-improving glovework. With his mix of attacking flair, pressure-handling confidence, and continually improving abilities, he is not just one of India's best players in the present. In the IPL 2025 auction, Lucknow Super Giants signed him for INR 27 crore.

He has been the highest-paid player in the tournament's history. This massive payment indicates his value in the T20 format, and his leadership capabilities. Pant’s life even parallels his success. In Delhi, he owns an impressive mansion and a few luxury vehicles, like a Mercedes-Benz GLC and an Audi A8. His off-field business and brand endorsements make his status not only as the richest Indian cricketer, but also as a big name in the world of sports branding. He has a net worth of nearly 250 crore.

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6. Hardik Pandya

Hardik Pandya
Hardik Pandya (Image Credits: IPL Official X Account/@IPL)

Hardik Pandya has been the clutch player for India. He has been a match-winner for the side and played some crucial innings for the Men in Blue when the side has been in crunch situations and the batting order has collapsed. He has finished games for India time after time in recent years. His rip-roaring on-field performances and refined style off the field, have constructed a sensational identity as a cricketer and a fashion icon.

Pandya stands out as Indian cricket richest man. He has a Grade A contract with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for ₹5 crore annually. He earns an additional ₹15 lakh every Test, ₹6 lakh per ODI, and ₹3 lakh per T20I from his match fees. Pandya represents the modern cricketer, being a physically capable powerhouse of a cricketer but an economic one that can ensure his bona fides as one of India’s richest and possibly most prominent sportsmen of all time.

5. KL Rahul

KL Rahul
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KL Rahul has emerged as one of the most tried and tested batters for India. He has been one of the consistent performers for the side in ODI and test match cricket in recent years. With an extra addition of wicket-keeping, he makes it to the team easily. Rahul has a big fan following, and a lot of the young generation admires him for his looks and personality. He has been known for his calm and composed nature on and off the field.

His IPL earnings between 2013 and 2025 are approximately ₹112 crore. He receives a pay from the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) of ₹5 crore per annum as a Grade A player for the country. Rahul is a Patna-based gentleman who has wisely invested in real estate. Rahul lives a lavish lifestyle as expected since he owns a number of luxury cars and properties. His net worth is shared with his wife, actress Athiya Shetty. He is among the most richest indian cricketers.

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4. Jasprit Bumrah

Jasprit Bumrah
Jasprit Bumrah (Image Credits: IPL Official X Account/@IPL)

Jasprit Bumrah, India's best fast bowler, has become a beloved figure on and off the field. Bumrah is a modern cricketer who has been able to translate his success on the pitch into big figures off it as well. His lifestyle is that of luxury goods such as costly cars and real estate, which are symbols of economic success. Bumrah has also invested in travel accessories company Uppercase, which claims to be eco-friendly.

In the coming years, he will seek some new streams of income. He gets an annual compensation of ₹ 7 crore under his contract with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). He also receives match money of ₹15 lakh per Test, ₹6 lakh per ODI, and ₹3 lakh per T20I. Notably, he has supported Thums Up, Boomer India, YiPPee, Zepto, and Skechers.

3. Rohit Sharma

Rohit Sharma
Rohit Sharma (Image Credits: BCCI Official X Account/@BCCI)

The team India captain is one of the most elegant batters of all time. The team India captain has been one of the sweetest timers of the ball. His hand and eye coordination make him different from the rest of the cricketers across the world. While he plays, it looks like he has more time than any other batter to play the ball so perfectly. He is the only captain to reach 4 ICC finals competitions. Rohit is currently the third richest Indian cricketer. He has a net worth of 760 crore, and endorses brands like Adidas, and CEAT.

He also runs an organisation named the Rohit Sharma Foundation. Along with that, he has NFT Ventures as well. He supports brands such as Adidas, Hublot, Oakley, Ceat, Nissan, and Noise. Endorsements contribute to approximately ₹7 crore of his yearly income. Rohit has invested wisely in real estate and businesses, making him richer. His lifestyle reflects his success, with luxurious cars and houses added to his list.

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2. MS Dhoni

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MS Dhoni (Image Credits: Chennai Super Kings Official X Account/@ChennaiIPL)

MS Dhoni, the former India captain, has been the world best wicket-keeper in India. Not only for India, but Dhoni has been one of the best wicketkeepers in the IPL as well. At the age of 43, he is redefining his keeping skills in IPL 2025. He has been sharp with his glove work, and his lightning-fast stumping still mesmerizes the cricketers and the fans as well. During his time, he was the world's best wicket keeper in India.

Dhoni has a net worth of INR 950 crores, Dhoni has had a larger-than-life career both on and off the field of play. His money comes from various avenues, including his IPL contract with the Chennai Super Kings, several brand endorsements, and other business ventures. Dhoni has also made shrewd investments in other industries, from sports clubs to other businesses. Dhoni had retired from international cricket but remains a prominent personality in cricket, keeping his name among the richest cricketers in India.

1. Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli
Virat Kohli (Image Credits: BCCI Official X Account/@BCCI)

Virat Kohli has been the greatest 50-over batter of all time. He is the ‘modern master’ of cricket; he sits at the top of the most ODI hundreds list. The former India captain once again showed his class while chasing under pressure in the semi-final of the ICC Champions Trophy against Australia. He has been known for his amazing technique, fitness, and mental strength. Kohli has set numerous records in the 50-over format.

Apart from these, he is currently the richest Indian cricketer. Virat Kohli net worth is around 1060 crore, and he has been the face value of many brands, like MRF, and Puma. He also owns a chain of restaurants named One 8, which is also a fitness and fashion brand. He ranks as the most followed cricketer of all time and has 270 million followers on Instagram. He is the most richest indian cricketer.

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