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Top 10 Richest Cricketers in the World 2025

Cricket is a game that has grown into one of the most lucrative sports 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, launching their business ventures, and dominating social media platforms.

The player’s incomes have a booming effect on cricket’s economy. Especially in countries like India, Australia, and England, where the sport has a massive following. Sachin Tendulkar changed the dynamics of Indian cricket through his performances and helped BCCI to 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 richest cricketer in the world.

There is no such ranking factor as we rank the current richest cricketer in the world. They will be ranked according to their net worth as per the current year. So let’s take a look at the top 10 richest cricketers in the world in 2025;

10. Ben Stokes | Net Worth 105 Cr. INR | England

Ben Stokes
Ben Stokes (Image Credits: Ben Stokes Official X Account/@benstokes38)

Ben Stokes is the captain of England in the red-ball format of the game. The English all-rounder has been a match-winner for the side across formats. However, he has retired from limited-overs cricket and now only focuses on the traditional format of the game. Stokes’s innings in the final of the ICC World Cup 2019 against New Zealand helped the Three Lions win the World Cup. 

Apart from playing cricket, he boasts a high-profile endorsement deal with Adidas. He was once the highest-paid player in the Indian Premier League (IPL). He is associated with Gunn & Moore (GM), a famous manufacturer of cricket bats and equipment. He has also featured in marketing campaigns for Royal Stag, which is a well-known Indian whisky brand. As of the current year, 2025, Ben Stokes’s net worth is 105 crore INR. 

Estimated net worth105 crore INR
Income sourcesECB Contract, IPL, Endorsements
Major Achievements2019 WC Winner, 2022 T20 WC Winner, Ashes Heroics
EndorsementsRed Bull, Gunn & Moore
Business VenturesReal Estate & Fitness Ventures

Also Read: Top 10 Most Popular Cricketers in the World- 2025

9. Andre Russell | Net Worth 108 Cr. INR | West Indies

Andre Russell
Andre Russell (Image Credits: Andre Russell Official X Account/@Russell12A)

Andre Russell is one of the deadliest strikers of the ball. The big Jamaican all-rounder is one of the most feared batters in world cricket. He can change the course of the game single-handedly with his powerful strikes. He also can bowl at speeds consistently above 140 km/h. His all-round performances make him a match-winner for the franchises and the country as well.

Apart from that, ‘Dre Russ’ has a net worth of 108 crore INR which makes him one of the richest cricketers in the world currently. He has earnings from endorsement deals with brands like Wolf777 and SS Bats. Except that his salary for the IPL 2025 season, is nearly about 12 crore INR. He also gets money from playing ODIs, and T20Is for the West Indies as an international player.

Estimated Net Worth (INR)108 crore
Income SourcesT20 Leagues (IPL, BBL, CPL), Endorsements
Major Achievements2x T20 World Cup Winner, IPL MVP (2019), IPL Winner 2014,2024
EndorsementsSG Bats, JBL, Sareen Sports
Business VenturesOwns a luxury watch line

8. Ravindra Jadeja | Net Worth 115 Cr. INR | India

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

Ravindra Jadeja has been one of the finest all-rounders for India across formats. 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. He can contribute in all three departments, batting, bowling, and fielding, which has made him one of the most valuable players in international cricket and IPL.

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.

Estimated Net Worth (INR)115 crore
Income SourcesBCCI Contract, IPL (CSK), Brand Deals
Major Achievements2023 WTC Runners-up, 4 IPL titles with CSK and RR respectively, 2013 CT Winner
EndorsementsASICS, SWOTT, My11Circle
Business VenturesEquestrian Business

7. David Miller | Net Worth 121 Cr. INR | South Africa

David Miller
David Miller (Image Credits: David Miller Official X Account/@DavidMillerSA12)

David Miller has been one of the most destructive batters of this era. The Proteas cricketer is one of the greatest finishers in world cricket at the moment. Miller is mostly known for his power-hitting strokes, especially in white-ball cricket. He has been a crucial part of South Africa’s limited-overs format and has been playing match-winning innings for the side.

Miller has been one of the faces of IPL for almost a decade. He has been a matchwinner for the IPL franchises he has represented. Miller ranks among the richest cricketers in the world currently. He has a net worth of 121 crore and endorses some of the big brands like Puma. He also gets money from playing ODIs, and T20Is for the Proteas in ODIs and T20Is.

Estimated Net Worth (INR)121 crore
Income SourcesSA Contract, IPL (GT), Global T20 Leagues
Major Achievements2022 IPL Winner
EndorsementsDSC Bats, Puma
Business VenturesSports academy partnerships

6. Ravichandran Ashwin | Net Worth 133 Cr. INR | India

Ravichandran Ashwin
Ravichandran Ashwin (Image Credits: Ashwin Official X Account/@ashwinravi99)

Ravichandran Ashwin has been the greatest-ever spinner in world cricket. The off-spinner from Tamil Nadu has the record for the fastest bowler to reach 300 test wickets in terms of number of innings. He has also won eleven Man of the Series awards in Tests, which is the most for any cricketer, equal to Muttiah Muralidaran. Ashwin has retired from international cricket.

He recently called off his amazing international career but continues to play domestic cricket. He will be featuring in the IPL for his home side Chennai Super Kings (CSK). Ashwin has earned a lot during his playing career. He has a net worth of 133 crore INR and endorses big brands like Myntra, SG, and Oppo. He used to get 5 crore INR from BCCI before his retirement.

Estimated Net Worth (INR)133 crore
Income SourcesIPL (CSK), Sponsorships
Major Achievements2011 World Cup Winner, 500+ Test Wickets
EndorsementsMyntra, Oppo, SG Cricket
Business VenturesOwns a cricket academy

5. David Warner | Net Worth 160 Cr. INR |Australia

David Warner
David Warner (Image Credits: Shashank Balnad X Account/@shashank_balnad)

David Warner was one of the most explosive openers of his era. He had been a consistent performer for the Kangaroos in all three formats of the game. Warner retired from all forms of cricket back in 2024. He won the ICC ODI World Cup 2023 for the Aussies. The Southpaw is one of Australia’s leading run-scorers in ODIs. The former opener has scored 6932 runs in 159 innings at an impressive average of 45.30.

He recently retired from international cricket. However, it was unfortunate that he did not get an IPL team during the auction, as he remains one of the best overseas batters in the competition’s history. Warner has a net worth of 160 crore, and he endorsed brands like Toyota, KFC, and a lot more. He currently co-owns a cricket academy.

Estimated Net Worth (INR)160 crore
Income SourcesSponsorships,
Major Achievements2015,2023 World Cup Winner, 3x IPL Orange Cap, 2021 T20 World Cup Winner
EndorsementsKFC, Toyota, DSC Bats
Business VenturesCo-owns a Sports Academy

4. Steve Smith | Net Worth 166 Cr. INR | Australia

Steve Smith
Steve Smith (Image Credits: Steve Smith Official X Account/@stevesmith49)

Steve Smith is one of the finest cricketers of this generation. He is part of the modern-day ‘FAB 4’ which consists of Virat Kohli, Kane Williamson, and Joe Root. The former Australian captain recently announced his retirement from ODI cricket after the semi-final exit of the ICC Champions Trophy against India. However, he will continue to play Test cricket and focus on the traditional format of the game.

He recently retired from the ODI format but will continue to feature in the test format. He is the second richest Australian player currently and has a net worth of 166 crore INR. He endorses brands like Koala, Weet-Bix, and New Balance. He also used to earn from IPL but this season he has been unsold at the auction table.

Estimated Net Worth (INR)166 crore
Income SourcesCricket Australia, Endorsements, BBL
Major Achievements2015,2023 World Cup Winner, Former AUS Captain, 2x ICC Test Player of the Year
EndorsementsKoala, Weet-Bix, New Balance
Business VenturesReal Estate Investments

3. Rohit Sharma | Net Worth 222 Cr. INR | India

Rohit Sharma
Rohit Sharma (Image Credits: Rohit Sharma Official X Account/ @ImRo45)

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 second richest Indian active cricketer. He has a net worth of 222 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 will look to add some more sources of income in forthcoming years.

Estimated Net Worth (INR)222 crore
Income SourcesBCCI Contract, IPL (MI), Sponsorships
Major Achievements2023 World Cup Finalist, Most T20I Centuries, 5 IPL titles as captain, 2013 CT winner
EndorsementsAdidas, CEAT, Hublot
Business VenturesRohit Sharma Foundation, NFT Ventures

Also Read: Top 10 Best ODI Batsman Currently- 2025

2. Pat Cummins | Net Worth 322 Cr. INR | Australia

Pat Cummins
Pat Cummins (Image Credits: Pat Cummins Official X Account/@patcummins30)

Pat Cummins has been the best captain for Australia. His recent success in the ODI and Test format has earned him a place in the modern-day greats. The bowling all-rounder showcased his talent and his fearless approach on and off the ground and does not hesitate to speak his mind, making him so special and different from other cricketers. He has led the side to the 2023 ODI World Cup and the 2023-25 ICC Test Championship title.

Cummins has been the lucky charm for Australia. He is currently the richest Australian cricketer of all time. He has a net worth of 332 crore INR and endorses brands like Gillette, New Balance, and also has business ventures in sustainability startups.

Estimated Net Worth (INR)332 crore
Income SourcesCricket Australia, IPL (SRH), Endorsements
Major Achievements2015,2023 World Cup Winner, 2023-25 WTC Winner, Fastest AUS bowler to 150 Test wickets
EndorsementsGillette, Hublot, New Balance
Business VenturesInvestments in sustainability startups

1. Virat Kohli | Net Worth 1060 Cr. INR | India

Virat Kohli
Virat Kohli (Image Credits: Virat Kohli Official Instagram Account/@virat.kohli)

Virat Kohli has been the greatest 50-over batter of all time. He is the ‘modern master’ of cricket, he sits at the top in 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 cricketer in the world. 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 as well. He ranks as the most followed cricketer of all time and has 270 million followers on Instagram.

Virat Kohli Net Worth (INR)1060 crore
Income SourcesBCCI contract, IPL (RCB), Endorsements
Major Achievements2011 World Cup Winner, Most Runs in T20Is, 82 Int’l Centuries
EndorsementsPuma, MRF, Audi, Herbalife
Business VenturesOne8 (Fashion & Fitness), Co-owner FC Goa (ISL)

List of Richest Cricketers in the World 2025

RankPlayerNet Worth (INR)Country
1Virat Kohli₹1060 croreIndia
2Pat Cummins₹332 croreAustralia
3Rohit Sharma₹222 croreIndia
4Steve Smith₹166 croreAustralia
5David Warner₹160 croreAustralia
6Ravichandran Ashwin₹133 croreIndia
7David Miller₹121 croreSouth Africa
8Ravindra Jadeja₹115 croreIndia
9Andre Russell₹108 croreWest Indies
10Ben Stokes₹105 croreEngland
Table: List of top 10 richest cricketers in the world, 2025