Sports in the world especially in India is a potential forum for the youth to prove their capabilities. While sports stars earn name and fame, they also bake big money along with celebrities from other domains in the country. Here is a list of the top 10 richest sports stars in India.
1. Sachin Tendulkar
With a net worth of about $150 million, Sachin Tendulkar is one of the most influential former cricketers in India who headed the Indian national team. Considered the greatest batsman in the history of cricket, Sachin scored the highest-ever record in International cricket. He won six world cups for India during his career.
2. Mahendra Singh Dhoni
The second wealthiest sportsman in India is Mahendra Singh Dhoni, with a net worth of $110 million. Popularly called as Mahi, he is an international cricketer who led the Indian cricket team between 2007 and 2016. He is also one of the best wicketkeepers in the world of cricket.
3. Virat Kohli
With a net worth of $93 million, Virat Kohli stands third of the list of the 10 wealthiest sportsmen in India. While Kohli has stepped away from T20Is, he continues to play ODIs, tests and IPL. He endorses several brands, which pay him a hefty fee.
4. Sourav Ganguly
Known for his aggressive nature and captaincy, Sourav Ganguly is the fourth wealthiest sportsman in India with a net worth of $50 million. In addition to playing for India, Ganguly also played in the IPL and went on to head the BCCI for some time.
5. Virender Sehwag
Indian opener Virender Sehwag is next on the list, with a net worth of $45 million. He was one of the most destructive opening batsmen for the country and played a key role in several matches.
6. Yuvraj Singh
Yuvraj Singh, popularly known as Yuvi, who is famous for his powerful batting and quick fielding skills is next on the list with a net worth of $35 million. He played a key role in India's victory in the 2011 ICC Cricket World Cup and also played IPL.
7. Suresh Raina
Noted for his fielding and power-hitting, Suresh Raina has a net worth of of $25 million. Suresh Raina is the seventh richest sportsman in India. The former international cricketer was an aggressive left-handed batsman of the middle order and was considered one of the best fielders in the world of cricket.
8. Rahul Dravid
Rahul Dravid, who just finished his stint as the coach for the Indian cricket team is next on the list with a net worth of $23 million. Dravid, popularly known as "The Wall" for his defensive batting skills in tests was a key
9. Rohit Sharma
The ninth wealthiest cricketer in India, Rohit Sharma's net worth stands at $22 million. Sharma, fondly known as "The Hitman" for his powerful hitting skills currently leads the Indian team in ODIs and tests.
10. Gautam Gambhir
Gautam Gambhir, another key player in Indian cricket history is tenth on the list with a net worth of $19 million. Gambhir, a former Member of Parliament (MP) is the new coach for the Indian cricket team. He played a key role in several Indian wins, including the 2011 World Cup.
