Cricket is one of the most popular sports in the world, and its professional players are some of the highest-paid athletes in the business. In India, for example, it is a source of national pride, a form of entertainment, and a way of life. Here is a list of the richest cricket players in the world, according to Forbes.
1. Sachin Tendulkar (India)
Sachin Tendulkar is widely regarded as the greatest batsman of all time. He played for India for over two decades, and is the all-time leading scorer in both Test cricket and ODIs. Tendulkar is also one of the richest cricket players in the world, with a net worth of $170 million.
2. MS Dhoni (India)
MS Dhoni is one of the most successful captains in the history of cricket. He led India to victory in the 2011 Cricket World Cup and the 2013 ICC Champions Trophy. Dhoni is also one of the richest cricket players in the world, with a net worth of $125 million.
3. Virat Kohli (India)
Virat Kohli is one of the best batsmen in the world today. He holds many batting records in both Test cricket and ODIs. Kohli is also one of the richest cricket players in the world, with a net worth of $122 million.
4. Ricky Ponting (Australia)
Ricky Ponting is one of the most successful captains in the history of cricket. He led Australia to victory in two Cricket World Cups (2003 and 2007). Ponting is also one of the richest cricket players in the world, with a net worth of $100 million.
5. Jacques Kallis (South Africa)
Jacques Kallis is widely regarded as one of the greatest all-rounders of all time. He excelled in both batting and bowling, and is the only player in history to score more than 13,000 runs and take more than 290 wickets in Test cricket. Kallis is also one of the richest cricket players in the world, with a net worth of $70 million.
There are many other successful cricket players who have earned a significant amount of money from the sport. Cricket is a global sport with a large and passionate fan base, and its professional players are rewarded handsomely for their skills and dedication.
