List of Top 16 Richest Cricketers In the World – Highly Paid Cricketers

Cricket is one of the most popular and widely played sports. Cricket is one of the most played sports in the world. 

There are lots of cricketers who have mastered the art of batting as well as bolling and because of their skill, they become very famous as well as wealthiest cricketers globally. 

In this article, We are giving the list of the Top 16 Richest Cricketers in the World.  Who has become the richest cricketers because of their dedication, Skill, and Cricket Strategy? 

Top 16 Richest Cricketers In the World

Cricket is the most popular sport in the world around 2.5 Billion people follow cricket. In this world, there are lots of cricketers, who have very good skills in cricket and that’s why they all are famous. 

There is no doubt that all cricketers earn in crore, now the question arises, who is the richest cricketer in the world?

1. Sachin Tendulkar

• Born: 24 April 1973 (age 49 years), Mumbai
• Awards: Bharat Ratna, Wisden Cricketers of the Year, MORE
• Spouse: Anjali Tendulkar (. 1995)
• Height: 1.65 m
• Children: Arjun Tendulkar, Sara Tendulkar
• Batting style: Right-handed
• Number of centuries: 51

Sachin Tendulkar, a legend of cricket because of their skill, is a very famous cricketer in the world as well as the richest cricketer in the world with a total net worth of 172 Million Dollars equivalent to approximately 1390 crore Rupees in Indian currency. 

He was not just a cricket player but also a hero. If we talk about his earning sources then his main earning sources are cricket, Business, Returns From Business Etc.

2. Mahendra Singh Dhoni  (MS Dhoni)

• Born: July 7, 1981,
• Awards: Padma Bhushan (2018), Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna (2007), Padma Shri (2009)
• Spouse: Sakshi Dhoni
• Height: Approximately 5 feet 9 inches (1.75 meters)
• Children: One daughter named Ziva Dhoni
• Batting Style: Right-handed

Ms Dhoni or Mahendra Singh Dhoni is an Indian cricketer as well as the 2nd richest cricketer in the world with a total net worth of 127 million dollars equivalent to approximately 125 Million Rupees the majority of his earnings he received from Cricket Carrier, Brand Ambassador, Indian Premier League, Etc are the some Earning source of ms dhoni.  

Mahendra Singh Dhoni is one of the most loved cricketers in the world as well is very famous for their excellent ground performance, especially in wicketkeeping. 

3. Virat Kohli

• Born: November 5, 1988,
• Awards: Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna (2018), Padma Shri (2017), Padma Bhushan (2020)
• Spouse: Anushka Sharma (married in 2017)
• Height: Approximately 5 feet 9 inches (1.75 meters)
• Children: One daughter named Vamika Kohli (born in January 2021)
• Batting Style: Right-handed

Virat Kohli is an Indian cricketer and the captain of the Indian national cricket team. He was born on November 5, 1988 in Delhi, India. Kholi is considered the best batsman in the world because he has broken many cricketers’ records.

Virat Kohli is the 3rd richest cricketer in the world and he is a wonderful cricketer, as well as a hero for their fans. He has the biggest fan base because of their cricket skills. 

Virat Kohli started playing cricket at a very young age as a result he played his first debut match at the age of 18 and scored a century in his first debut match now he is the 3rd richest cricketer in the world with a net worth of $122 million he generates most of the revenue from Cricketing career as well as from some other investment from social media as well. 

4. Ricky Ponting

• Born: December 19, 1974,
• Awards: Allan Border Medal (2004, 2006, 2007), Wisden Cricketer of the Year (2003), Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy for ICC Cricketer of the Year (2006, 2007)
• Spouse: Rianna Jennifer Cantor (married in 2002)
• Height: Approximately 5 feet 10 inches (1.78 meters)
• Children: Three daughters – Emmy, Matisse, and Stevie
• Batting Style: Right-handed

Ricky Ponting was the 4th richest cricketer in the world, he is an Australian cricket captain and highly successful batsman who is considered the greatest cricketer. 

He has succeeded in his career, playing around 560 matches internationally and making over 27,0000 runs. Rickey Ponting is the 4th richest cricketer in the world with a total net worth of 100 million he generates most of the revenue From BCCI, IPL Contract as well as from his own company. 

5. Rohit Sharma

• Born: April 30, 1987
• Awards: Rohit Sharma has received several awards, including the Arjuna Award in 2015 and the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna in 2020.
• Spouse: Ritika Sajdeh
• Height: Rohit Sharma is approximately 5 feet 8 inches (1.73 meters) tall.
• Children: Rohit Sharma and Ritika Sajdeh have a daughter named Samaira Sharma and a son named Samarth Sharma.
• Batting: Rohit Sharma is a right-handed batsman.

Rohit Gurunath Sharma or Rohit Sharma is an Indian international cricketer who currently plays with the Indian national cricket team. He is considered the best batsman of his generation and he is also an opening batter of all time. He is a right-handed batsman who plays for Mumbai Indians as well as in domestic cricket. 

Rohit Sharma is a great cricketer and he is also the 5th richest cricketer in the world with a net worth of USD 85 Million. The main earning source of his earning his cricketing career, as well as From Advertisement and also from some investments. 

6. Jacques Kallis

• Born: October 16, 1975,
• Awards: Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy for ICC Cricketer of the Year (2005), Wisden Leading Cricketer in the World (2008), Wisden Cricketer of the Year (1996)
• Spouse: Charlene Engels (married in 2019)
• Height: Approximately 6 feet 1 inch (1.85 meters)
• Children: One son named Joshua Henry Kallis
• Batting Style: Right-handed

Jacques Kallis is a South cricket coach as well as a cricketer, he was born on 16 October 1975 and is widely famous for his cricket Skills. Jacques Kallis is the greatest cricketer. He is a right-handed batsman and right-arm fast swing Bowler. 

Jacques Kallis is the only cricketer who has scored more than 10,000 runs over 250 wickets in both ODI and Test Match. Jacques Kallis is the 5th richest cricketer with a total net worth of $70 million, he generates the Majority of the revenge from Cricket as well as from his several properties. 

7. Brian Lara

• Born: May 2, 1969
• Awards: Wisden Cricketer of the Year (1995, 2000), Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy for ICC Cricketer of the Year (1995, 1999), BBC Overseas Sports Personality of the Year (1994)
• Spouse: Leasel Rovedas (married in 2001; divorced in 2004), and later married Lara’s Trinidadian girlfriend and former Miss Scotland, and Miss World, Hayley Marie Bystram in 2007.
• Height: Approximately 6 feet (1.83 meters)
• Children: Three children, including a daughter named Sydney
• Batting Style: Left-handed

Brian Lara is a legendary cricketer from the West Indies and one of the richest cricketers in the world with a total net worth of $62 million. He owns most revenue from cricket. 

He is mainly known for his extraordinary batting skills. He also holds the record for the highest individual score in a test match which is 400 runs against England.

8. Virender Sehwag

• Born: October 20, 1978
• Awards: Padma Shri (2010), Arjuna Award (2002), Wisden Leading Cricketer in the World (2008)
• Spouse: Aarti Ahlawat (married in 2004)
• Height: Approximately 5 feet 7 inches (1.70 meters)
• Children: Two sons – Aryavir and Vedant
• Batting Style: Right-handed

Virender Sehwag is an Indian cricketer who represented India from 1999 to 2013. He was a great cricketer of his era. 

He played for Delhi capital in IPL as well as for Delhi and Haryana in Indian domestic cricket. Virender Sehwag is the 8th richest cricketer with a total net worth of $42 Million and generates massive revenue from his BCCI Salary as well as from IPL Contract and some from Private Business. 

9. Yuvraj Singh

• Born: December 12, 1981
• Awards: Arjuna Award (2012), Padma Shri (2014)
• Spouse: Hazel Keech (married in 2016)
• Height: Approximately 6 feet 2 inches (1.88 meters)
• Father: Yograj Singh (former cricketer)
• Batting Style: Left-handed

Yuvraj Singh is an Indian international cricketer who plays all format games. He is an all-rounder player. He is a left-handed batsman and left-arm bowler.

He was born on 12 December 1981 in Chandigarh in a Jat family. He scored six sixes in the first six balls of the ICC World Cup and made a record. Yuvraj Singh is the 9th richest cricketer with a total net worth of $40 million he generates most of the revenue from Cricketing career and Sponsorship. 

10. Pat Cummins

• Born: May 8, 1993,
• Awards: Allan Border Medal (2020, 2021), Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy for ICC Cricketer of the Year (2021)
• Spouse: Becky Boston (married in 2020)
• Height: Approximately 6 feet 4 inches (1.93 meters)
• Batting Style: Right-handed
• Bowling Style: Right-arm fast bowler

Pat Cummins is an Australian international cricketer, Pat Cummins is one of the best cricketers and has good skill, Pat Cummins is the 10th richest cricketer with a total net worth of $41 Million he Generates most of the revenue from Cricket Carrier.

11. Shane Waston

• Born: June 17, 1981
• Awards: Allan Border Medal (2010, 2011), ICC Player of the Year (2010), Wisden Cricketer of the Year (2010)
• Spouse: Lee Furlong (married in 2010)
• Height: Approximately 6 feet (1.83 meters)
• Batting Style: Right-handed
• Bowling Style: Right-arm fast-medium

Shane Waston is a retired Australian international cricketer and also an all-rounder. He was born on June 17, 1981 in Queensland, Australia. 

He also played a vital role in Australia’s triumph in the ICC Cricket World Cup in 2007. Shane Waston is the 10th richest player with a total net worth of $40 million he generates massive revenue from his cricketing career as well as from his Commentary career. 

12. Rahul Dravid

• Born: January 11, 1973,
• Awards: Padma Shri (2004), Padma Bhushan (2013), Wisden Cricketer of the Year (2000)
• Spouse: Vijeta Pendharkar (married in 2003)
• Height: Approximately 5 feet 11 inches (1.80 meters)
• Children: Two sons – Samit and Anvay
• Batting Style: Right-handed

Rahul Dravid is an Indian cricketer and coach and also a former captain of the Indian national team and also serving as a head coach. 

He is a great batsman who scored 24,177 runs in international cricket. He also helped the Indian cricket team to win matches. 

He was born into a Marathi family and started playing cricket at the very young age of 12, he also received the best player award of the year’s Test Player of the Year awards at the inaugural ICC awards ceremony in 2004. And now he is the 12th richest cricketer with a net worth of $40 million he generates massive revenue from his cricketing career as well as from serving as a head coach.

13. Gautam Gambhir

• Born: October 14, 1981
• Awards: Arjuna Award (2008), Padma Shri (2019)
• Spouse: Natasha Jain (married in 2011)
• Children: Two daughters – Aazeen and Anaiza
• Height: Approximately 5 feet 6 inches (1.70 meters)
• Batting Style: Left-handed

Gautam Gambhir is an Indian politician and a cricketer who has played all formats of the game. He is currently a member of the Lok Sabha from 2019. 

He also played cricket for Delhi in the Indian Premier League. He also played a match against Australia. He is the 15th richest person in the world with a net worth of 32 million USD, equivalent to around 250 crore rupees he generates most of the revenue from his cricketing career as well as from member of parliament legislator salary. 

14. Sunil Gavaskar

• Born: July 10, 1949,
• Awards: Padma Bhushan (1980), Padma Vibhushan (2014), Wisden Cricketer of the Year (1971)
• Spouse: Marshneil Gavaskar
• Children: Son Rohan Gavaskar, who is a former cricketer
• Height: Approximately 5 feet 5 inches (1.65 meters)
• Batting Style: Right-handed

The total net worth of Sunil Gavaskar is around 30 million in 2023 he generates most of the revenue from his cricketing career as well as from commentary.

He is currently serving in the Indian cricket team as a cricket commentator. He also played sports in the 1970s. And then, he was a great cricketer. And many people also call him the legend of the game.

15. Kapil Dev

• Born: January 6, 1959
• Awards: Arjuna Award (1979), Padma Shri (1982), Padma Bhushan (1991), Wisden Cricketer of the Year (1983)
• Spouse: Romi Bhatia (married in 1980)
• Children: Daughter Amiya Dev
• Height: Approximately 6 feet (1.83 meters)
• Batting Style: Right-handed
• Bowling Style: Right-arm fast-medium

Kapil Dev was a great bowler and also a good batsman in the year of 2002. He was the only player in the history of cricket to take more than 400 wickets and scored more than 5,000 runs in tests. 

Now he is the 14th richest cricketer with a total net worth of $30 Million he generates the most revenue from his cricketing career as well as real estate as well as from his business.

16. Yusuf Pathan

• Born: November 17, 1982,
• Spouse: Afreen
• Brother: Irfan Pathan (former cricketer)
• Batting Style: Right-handed
• Bowling Style: Right-arm off-break

Yusuf Pathan is a cricketer and also a right-handed batsman and right-arm bowler. He was born in Baroda Gujarat in a Pathan family. 

He also set a record for the fastest 50 (in 18 balls) up to October 2015 in the Ranji Trophy. Now he is the 16th richest cricketer in the world with a total net worth of $30 million (220 crores Indian Rupees) he generates most of the revenue from his Cricketing career.