Before starting, I would like all of you to know that we’ll follow Forbes list about “Richest Cricketers Of 2014”.
Cricket is played big time in India and it is something like a religion in India. So no doubt, Indians dominate this list from top to bottom. And there are a few Australian players as well. Let’s see –
10. Yusuf Pathan –
Yes, the power-hitter strikes big time and marks his position at the 10th spot in the list.
Net Income – $3.9 millon. (Rs.2,42,774,805/-)
Salary – $3.3 million. Brand Endorsements – $3.6 million.
9. Ricky Ponting –
Undoubtedly he is one of the most successful captains in history of Cricket. He sits on the 9th spot.
Net Income – $4 million. (Rs.2,48,920,000/-)
Salary – $2 million. Brand Endorsements – $2 million.
8. Brett Lee –
The Australian pacer nets a total of $5 million (Rs.3,11,124,750) and thus getting the 8th position.
Net Income – $5 million (Rs.3,11,124,750/-)
Salary – $3 million. Brand Endorsements – $2 million.
7. Michael Clarke –
Despite his current situations, his money-flow isn’t affected at all.
Net Income – $5 million. (Rs. 3,11,124,750/-)
Salary – $3 million. Brand Endorsements – $2 million.
6. Shane Watson –
The Australian all-rounder is the highest earning cricketer in his own country.
Net Income – $6 million (Rs.3,73,442,700/-)
Salary – $3 million. Brand Endorsements – $3 million.
5. Virender Sehwag –
He may not be included in the world-cup squad but that surely isn’t having any damn effect on his money-position.
Net Income – $7 million (Rs.4,35,697,150/-)
Salary – $3 million. Brand Endorsements – $4 million.
4. Gautam Gambhir –
Like Viru, he also isn’t included in the world-cup squad but he did have a good year with Kolkata Knight Riders winning the IPL for the 2nd time. And all of know that IPL is where the money flows like water.
Net Income – $8 million. (Rs.4,97,923,600/-)
Salary – $4 million. Brand Endorsements – $4 million.
3. Virat Kohli –
The handsome hunk endorses a good number of companies. His income numbers just proves that right.
Net Income – $12 million. (Rs.7,46,885,400).
Salary – $3 million. Brand Endorsements – $9 million.
2. Sachin Tendulkar –
A list with some connections to the game called “Cricket” and not seeing the “Ultimate Legend” on the list – seems pretty much unreal. So here is he at the 2nd spot.
Net Income – $22 million. (Rs.13,69,465,900/-)
Salary – $4 million. Brand Endorsements – $18 million.
1. Mahendra Singh Dhoni –
Despite the current performance of his team and not being tagged as “one of favorites to win world cup this year”, he is the undisputed king on the endorsement side.
Net Income – $31.5 million. (Rs. 19,64,023,425/-)
Salary – $3.5 million. Brand Endorsements – $28 million.
The numbers just prove that cricketers are paid big time in India. We do want to know your reactions in the comments below. We appreciate your views.
