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The former skipper of India and a world-class batsman, Virat Kohli is considered one of the richest cricketers in the world. With a hefty net worth of over INR 1,050 crores, Kohli was featured in Forbes’ list of Highest Paid Athletes. The star-studded Indian cricketer, Virat Kohli is one of the most followed sports stars across the world. Kohli has been signed by the BCCI under the A+ Category under which he receives an annual remuneration of INR 7 Crores. Additionally, Kohli charges a staggering fee of INR 15 Lakhs for a test match, INR 3 Lakhs for a single T20I match, and INR 6 Lakhs for each ODI match. The run machine of India, Virat Kohli is one of the highest-paid cricketers in the Indian Premier League, in the most recent season of the Indian Premier League, Kohli was retained by the Royal Challengers Bangalore franchise for a whopping INR 15 Crores.
Apart from his earnings as a cricketer, Kohli has also created a benchmark in the arena of brand promotions. As of September 2023, the brand powerhouse, Virat Kohli has been signed as a brand ambassador of over 20 brands. According to the reports, Virat Kohli charges between INR 7.5- INR 10 crores depending on the brand’s credibility and deliverables of the brand’s promotional shoot. Kohli fetches a staggering amount of nearly INR 178 Crores from brand endorsements annually. Additionally, Kohli’s enormous fan base on social media platforms like Instagram and Twitter contributes to a major chunk of his income through online brand promotions. Reportedly, Kohli charges a whopping amount of INR 8.9 crore for one brand promotional post on Instagram and an amount of INR 2.5 crore for one brand promotional post on X (formerly Twitter).
Virat Kohli’s Annual Income
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As mentioned earlier, apart from cricket, Kohli earns a major chunk of his annual income through lucrative brand promotions and campaigns. An anecdote of Virat Kohli’s annual income through diverse streams is provided below:
| Source | Income |
| Annual remuneration by BCCI | INR 7 Crores |
| Single Test match appearance | INR 15 Lakhs |
| Single ODI match appearance | INR 6 Lakhs |
| Single T20 match appearance | INR 3 Lakhs |
| Single Instagram promotional post | INR 8.9 Crores |
| Single X promotional post | INR 2.5 Crores |
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Virat Kohli Net Worth
In 2023, Virat Kohli’s net worth has crossed the INR 1,000 Crores mark, solidifying his position as one of the richest cricketers in the world. According to Stock Gro, as of September 2023, Virat Kohli has a whacking net worth of INR 1,050 Crores including his annual income through cricket, brand endorsements and other investments.
Virat Kohli Properties
Virat Kohli along with his wife, Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma has built a towering property portfolio over the years. Kohli owns a luxurious sea-facing apartment worth INR 34 Crores in Worli, Mumbai. Additionally, he owns a lush-green farmhouse worth INR 20 Crores in Alibaug. Kohli along with his wife, Anushka Sharma and daughter Vamika Kohli often spend their weekend at this peaceful place, away from the hustle-bustle of their starry lives and paparazzi. Kohli also owns a 10,000 sq ft. Bungalow in Gurugram.
Virat Kohli Investments
Apart from the 22-yard cricket pitch, Kohli has been turning runs into returns in the world of startups and investments. Business acumen, Kohli funds numerous startups in diverse sectors including, Blue Tribe, Rage Coffee, Sport Convo, Universal Sportsbiz, Galactus Funware Technology Pvt Ltd, Digit and Hyperice. In addition to investing in the leading startups, King Kohli himself runs a chain of successful startups including One8 Commune, Puma One8, Wrogn, Stepathlon Kids, UAE Royals and FC Goa.
Virat Kohli Car Collection
With a whacking net worth of INR 1,050 Crores, one of the richest cricketers of the world, Virat Kohli owns a huge collection of swanky cars. An anecdote of Kohli’s swanky car-collection is provided below:
| Car Model | Price (in INR) |
| Audi R8 V10 Plus | INR 2.72 crore |
| Audi R8 LMX | INR 2.97 crore |
| Audi A8 L | INR 1.58 crore |
| Audi Q8 | INR 1.33 crore |
| Audi Q7 | INR 69.27 lakh to INR 81.18 lakh |
| Audi RS 5 | INR 1.11 crore |
| Audi S5 | INR 79.06 lakh |
| Renault Duster | INR 10.49 lakh to INR 13.59 lakh |
| Toyota Fortuner | INR 29.98 lakh to INR 37.58 lakh |
| Range Rover Vogue | INR 2.11 crore |
| Bentley Continental GT | INR 3.29 crore to 4.04 crore |
| Flying Spur | INR 1.70 crore to INR 3.41 crore |
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Virat Kohli Watch Collection
Virat Kohli is known worldwide for his exceptional batting skills and a lavish lifestyle. In addition to cars, Kohli also has a strong fondness for watches. An anecdote of the most expensive watches owned by Virat Kohli is provided below:
| Watch Model | Price (in INR) |
| Rolex Daytona | INR 6 Crores |
| Platinum Rolex Daytona | INR 1.23 Crores |
| Platinum Patek Philippe | INR 78 Lakhs |
| Patek Philippe Nautilus | INR 1.14 Crores |
| Rolex Oyster Perpetual Sky Dweller | INR 1.26 Crores |
| Rolex Daytona White Dial | INR 1.75 Crores |
| Audemars Piguet Royal | INR 21 Lakhs |
| Rolex Daytona Green Dial | INR 78 Lakhs |
| Rolex Day Date Rose Gold | INR 29 Lakhs |
| Skeleton Concept Rolex | INR 45 Lakhs |
