Cricketers are currently making a lot of money from endorsements, deals, and several T20 leagues around the world. Cricket’s transition from test matches to T20 has not only broadened its appeal, but competitions like the Big Bash League (BBL) and the Indian Premier League (IPL) also earn significant cash for sponsors. These competitions attract the world’s best cricketers, who compete for large sums of money and fame.
Here is a list of the top 10 wealthiest cricketers in the world according to ‘sporting free’.
Known worldwide as the ‘god of cricket’ Sachin Tendulkar tops the list despite the fact that he has taken retirement long back. It is the multiple brand endorsements that he still takes up that make him the richest cricketer in the world.
One of the most prosperous captains that India has ever seen, MS Dhoni is on number 2 on the list. He was also rated as one of the highest-paid athletes by Forbes magazine in 2018.
Virat Kohli, the current Indian captain, is without a doubt the best batsman in the world right now. Virat Kohli, according to Forbes, is the most marketable cricketer in town, with a net worth of $92 million (644 crores), and is the wealthiest Indian batsman this year.
Ricky Ponting, Australia’s most outstanding cricketer, and the most successful captain are next on the list with a net worth of $65 million.
One of the best cricketers West Indies has ever produced, Brian Lara stands on number five on the list with a net worth of $60 million.
Shane Warne is still one of the wealthiest cricketers in the world, with a net worth of more than $50 million after retiring several years ago.
Jacques Kallis, a well-known South African cricket player, has a net worth of $48 million, according to Forbes, IMDb, Wikipedia, and other online sites.
With a net worth of $40 million, Virender Sehwag is living the good life in retirement working as a commentator.
Yuvraj Singh, Indian all-rounder ranks on number nine of the richest cricketers list.
On number 10 is Australia’s star cricketer Shane Watson.
