Social networking has exploded in popularity like never before. As a result, brands and businesses that are sponsored by players have an easier time reaching their target demographic. It’s a win-win situation for all parties concerned. While those cricketers become the highest-paid players in the game, the businesses grow at a rapid pace.

The Indian Premier League (IPL) has provided a platform for several players to establish themselves. An IPL contract brings fame, money, and the opportunity to try out for the national team. The celebrity factor aids young people in reaching a larger audience. This is what a sponsor is looking for, and as a result, the young guys become celebrities.

Here are the top 5 highest-paid Indian cricketers on Instagram as per media reports.

1. Virat Kohli

It’s no surprise that Virat Kohli, the world’s most famous cricketer, is at the top of the list. He is among the highest-paid athletes in a variety of sports. Royal Challengers Bangalore, his sole IPL franchise, paid him a whopping 17 crore to keep him on board.

Kohli has his own clothing line, Wrogn, which he founded. He’s also the face of a number of well-known businesses, including Puma, Myntra, and Audi. Kohli earns an incredible 5.08cr every Instagram post, according to Hopper HQ. As a result, he is currently the richest cricketer in the world.

2. Mahindra Singh Dhoni

Few athletes enjoy the same level of popularity among Indian fans as M S Dhoni. He is the first captain in ICC history to have won all three tournaments (ODI World Cup, T20 World Cup & Champions Trophy). Add in his three IPL titles with Chennai Super Kings, and the man is a sports icon.

He has a sizable follower base across social media channels, as one might assume. Despite the fact that he isn’t as active on social media as he once was, he has over 33 million Instagram followers. Dhoni supports Oppo, the IPL’s previous sponsor. He makes a stunning 1.4 crore INR for each Instagram post.

3. Rohit Sharma 

The ‘Hitman,’ Rohit Sharma, is next on the list. Since taking over as captain of the Mumbai Indians, his career has been on the rise. He has recently been India’s top batsman, second only to Team India captain Virat Kohli. Rohit is a brand ambassador for Adidas, a well-known sportswear company. With a fan base of around 20 million on Instagram, he is well-liked in India. Apart from his lucrative IPL deal with the Mumbai franchise, Rohit is said to earn around 76 lakh INR for every Instagram post.

4. Hardik Pandya

Hardik has worked hard to get to where he is now, despite coming from a financially disadvantaged family. He is one of India’s best all-rounders, alongside Ravindra Jadeja, and plays for Mumbai Indians in the IPL. In international cricket, he has likewise had a meteoric rise.

Hardik is well-known for bragging about his wealth on social media. He doesn’t shy away from the spotlight, whether it’s a watch or a pricey piece of clothes. He has over 18 million Instagram followers and earns a stunning 65 lakh INR for every post.

5. Suresh Raina 

Suresh Raina was a key member of the Indian cricket squad and is currently a member of the Chennai Super Kings. He’ll make roughly INR 34 lakhs for each sponsored Instagram post and around INR 51 lakhs for each video he posts to promote brands. Suresh Raina has over 15.3 million Instagram followers.