5 Richest cricketers in 2021

Being a cricketer is not everybody’s piece of cake and this is why we see only a handful of names making it to the big platform in a country where every other boy dreams to represent his nation at one point. However, as the cricketer’s journey progresses, a lot of glamour, fame, wealth and starts pouring in. Every national-level cricketer earns good enough from the game to spend the rest of his life luxuriously.

However, they do indulge in various endorsements and many other things to inculcate multiple sources of income. Apart from commercials, many cricketers started their own clothing brand, shoe brand and have gone to open stores for the same across cities. In India, the game of cricket is no less than religion and that is why the salary of cricketers is too hefty to believe. Talking as of 2021, let’s take a look at some of the wealthiest cricketers across the globe.

5 Richest cricketers in 2021

5. Brian Lara- INR 454 Crores

In a sparkling career that spanned from 1990-2007, Lara dominated the cricketing world like a King. His bat spoke too much on several occasions and went on to clinch a bag full of records on his name.

However, Lara earned crazy money during his prime days and his current net worth is whopping INR 454 Crores. After cricket, Lara kept trying his hands at golf which is another luxurious sport, and bagged much success there as well. His home in Trinidad is another piece of luxury he has.

Talking about his endorsements, he was long associated with Tyre brand MRF who would have paid him a hefty amount. He is popularly known as ‘Prince of Port of Spain’ or simply ‘Prince.’

4. Ricky Ponting- INR 492 Crores

Ponting is regarded as one of the most successful captains in the history of cricket who led Australia to two World Cup titles. Apart from his cricketing days on the field, he earned a lot from various sources. After his stint as a player, he joined the commentary box for Australia and is currently the assistant coach of the men’s national team.

Ponting’s net worth is estimated to be massive 492 crores and he is still involved in a lot of things. His famous brand endorsements include Valvoline, Adidas, Rexona, and many more. He is also currently associated with Delhi Capital’s franchise as their head coach.

The place where Ponting resides is named Shanford Mansion which is situated in the upscale Golden Mile of Brighton in Melbourne. The cost of heavenly is 69.8 crores and private theatre, a pool, a billiard room, and a full-sized tennis court.

3. Virat Kohli- INR 696 Crores

Kohli is the only player on the list who is currently in action on the field. He is also the only player whose brand value only seems to be increasing day by day and will surpass the top entrant soon in near future. One of the greatest modern-day batsmen has a bag full of commercials with him.

He earns a heavy amount for endorsing some of the high-end brands like Puma, Audi, MRF, Colgate-Palmolive, Tissot. Apart from this, he has his own clothing line named WROGN which is doing pretty good among online stores. Kohli is the only player here featured in the highest-grossing players in Forbes 2020 list.

His super luxury 7171 sq ft apartment in Mumbai which was brought along with his wife Anushka Sharma costs Rs 34 crore. Kohli has solely earned INR 196 crores through advertisements of different brands in the last one year.

2. MS Dhoni- INR 840 Crores

Legendary skipper MS Dhoni is named as one of the most successful captains across the globe. With all the ICC trophies in his cabinet, the captain cool etched his name hard on the cricket field. Though Dhoni doesn’t believe in flaunting much, his lifestyle and taste in some things only speak luxury and his net worth stands at a massive INR 840 Crore.

Dhoni’s farmhouse in Ranchi where he actually resides is equipped with all kinds of modern luxuries and has ample open space. It is believed that captain cool owns a stunning bike garage due to his love for bikes and spends a major portion of his income in maintaining this.

Talking about his endorsement deals, he has shot for big names like Reebok, TVS Motors, Red Bus, Sony Bravia, Lays, Snickers, GoDaddy, Orient, Gulf Oil, and a lot more. Dhoni was listed by Time Magazine under 100 ‘Most Influential People in the World.’

1. Sachin Tendulkar- INR 870 Crores

As Tendulkar is always talked in the highest regard when it comes to Indian cricket, the prolific cricketer is at the top slot even on this list. His glittering cricket career earned him a great deal of money for both his on and off-field work. His net worth stands to be humongous 870 Crores.

He has been associated with global brands like Phillips, Britannia, VISA, BMW, Pepsi, Luminous, Adidas, Canon, Castrol, etc. For a long time, he endorsed tyre brand MRF. His super spacious and luxurious Mumbai home costs Rs 38 crores.

His dreamy mansion has five floors, wherein the top one is owned by the cricketer and his wife Anjali. The second floor is for his two children while the first one is reserved for guests. The ground floor is his house is reserves for all his trophies and honours.

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