5 Indian cricketers with biggest tax contributions in 2024

Cricket stars are often recognized for their scintillating performances on the field and fan following off it. As a result, sometimes they also join various causes to social awareness among the citizens of India. However, there is one more aspect, which mostly goes unnoticed once the stipulated time given by the government passes away. That aspect is the responsibility of paying taxes on time to the Indian government, which contributes to the growth of the nation’s economy eventually.

Being a role model, paying taxes also raises awareness among the public to realize their responsibility to pay taxes which they are liable for. Hence in the fiscal year 2024, some Indian cricket stars showcased their financial commitment and their brand value. Star India batter Virat Kohli yet again topped the taxpaying charts by paying nearly 70 crore in taxes. Therefore, it is safe to say that he is the financial powerhouse of the Indian sports fraternity.

Interestingly enough, apart from former international cricketers Sachin Tendulkar and MS Dhoni joined the bandwagon and continue to remain in the headlines, when it comes to paying taxes every year even after taking a backseat from cricket for a few years now. Additionally, the tax-paying activity not only shows the financial power of a cricket star but also reveals the other income sources away from the game thereby enhancing their business acumen. However, amidst all the news and data of the taxes revealed, surprisingly, the current Team India Captain, Rohit Sharma, was missing from the top 20 tax-paying cricket stars despite being one of the most popular Indian cricketers among the fans. This duly depicts the diverse financial aspects of tax contributors.

Here is the list of the top five highest tax-paying Indian cricketers:

5. Hardik Pandya (₹13 Crore)

The last name in the list may surprise some but the flamboyant allrounder Hardik Pandya also made his presence felt in the list of the highest tax-paying cricketers. Baroda-based Indian cricket star has continued to soar in his earnings.

Courtesy of his investment habits and brand endorsements. Pandya paid ₹13 Crore as taxes in FY2024. Notably, the allrounder recently took to the fashion retail business as well and expanded his ever-growing brand value by truing out his hands in multiple business ventures.