Top 5 Richest Cricketers Of 2024: In addition to being one of the most popular and prominent sports on a global scale, cricket is also considered to be equally rewarding and lucrative. While major international cricket tournaments like the One-Day Internationals, Test, at20I, and IPL attract billions of viewers from around the world, it also generate substantial and unbelievable revenue for the cricketers who represent their countries and teams in these formats. In addition to their annual revenue from cricket, the cricketers also earn substantial income from numerous brand lucrative deals and sponsorships.
In this article, we will take a look at the top five richest cricketers of 2024.
| Rank | Name | Net worth (in million ) |
| 1 | Sachin Tendulkar | $170 |
| 2 | Mahendra Singh Dhoni | $111 |
| 3 | Virat Kohli | $92 |
| 4 | Ricky Ponting | $70 |
| 5 | Brian Lara | $60 |
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Sachin Tendulkar:
As of July 2024 the legendary former Indian cricketer, Sachin Tendulkar boasts an enormous net worth of $170 million making him one of the richest cricketers of 2024 in the world. The “God of Cricket” has not just dominated the field of cricket with his unbelievable records and stellar performances but also continues to reign supreme in the list of the top five richest cricketers in 2024. With a staggering net worth of $170 million, Tendulkar lives a lavish lifestyle and owns two bungalows in Mumbai which include a palatial bungalow on Perry Road, Mumbai, and a plush apartment at the Rustomjee Seasons BKC.
Mahendra Singh Dhoni
There’s no second thought about the fact that the Indian cricketers have been dominating the sport of cricket on a global scale over the past few decades in all aspects possible. Former Indian cricketer, Mahendra Singh Dhoni is no exception. With an enormous net worth of $111 Million, Mahendra Singh Dhoni is second on our list of top five richest cricketers of 2024. While MS Dhoni has single-handedly led the Indian cricket team to numerous iconic victories including the 2007 ICC World Twenty20 and the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup, the captain-cool has also earned an enormous wealth for himself all along his cricketing career.
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Virat Kohli
It is practically impossible to not mention the GOAT (greatest of all time) of the Indian cricket team, Virat Kohli when we’re talking about wealth and dominance. With an impressive net worth of $92 Million, Virat Kohli is third on our list of top richest cricketers of 2024. In addition to generating substantial revenue from the international cricket tournaments and IPL (Indian Premier League), Kohli also earns a major chunk of his annual income through numerous brand endorsement deals, owing to his ever-growing influence on social media.
As of July 2024, Virat Kohli as one of the most sought-after brand ambassadors has already endorsed a total of 112 brands out of which the most prominent ones include, Puma, Audi, One8, and Wrogn.
Ricky Ponting
Former Australian cricketer, Ricky Ponting whose legacy is still commemorated by billions of Aussies supporters is fourth on our list of top five richest cricketers of 2024 with an enormous net worth of $70 Million. Ricky Ponting’s legacy of leading the Australian cricket side to two consecutive victories at the ICC Cricket World Cup 2003 and 2007 remains unmatched. In addition to the revenue that Ricky Ponting generated from cricket all along his cricketing career, the legendary Australian cricketer has also managed to earn significant wealth from various highly lucrative brand endorsement deals with prominent brands like Rexona, Kookaburra Bats, Adidas, and Pura Milk.
Brian Lara
Although last on our list of top five richest cricketers of 2024, Biran Lara is certainly not the least. Often hailed as “the prince of Trinidad”, Brian Lara boasts a staggering net worth of $60 Million as of July 2024 making him rank fifth on our list of the top five richest cricketers of 2024. In addition to earning significant revenue from cricket, Brian Lara has also been one of the most sought-after brand ambassadors from numerous leading and most influential brands including W88, a global online gaming brand, and Adidas.
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