While cricket is madly loved in countries like India, Australia and West Indies, one thing is for sure that the salaries and money cricketers make is not as much as footballers. Having said that, cricketers are no far behind and they make a fortune for themselves.
We decided to take a look at who's who of money making in cricketing industry and here are top 5 richest cricketers in the world (yes, we did not include retired cricketers):
1. Mahendra Singh Dhoni
In case you are surprised to see this name top the list - You have no clue about cricket. Current Indian ODI captain is favorite of sponsors in India.
Salary - $3.5 Million
Net Worth - $ 65 Million
Main sponsors - Reebok, Pepsi and Sony
2. Virat Kohli
The current Indian ODI vice captain and Test captain is having a good time with sponsors chasing him.
Salary - $3.1 Million
Net Worth - $ 46 Million
Sponsors - Pepsi, Nike, Toyota, Head & Shoulder
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3. Shane Watson
Australian all-rounder seems to have made a mark with some gritty and determined performances.
Salary - $4.0 Million
Net Worth - $ 40 Million
Sponsors - Gunn & Moore, Asics, TAG Heuer
4. Rohit Sharma
The Indian batting sensation is making news for good reasons and that is helping him fetch good deals.
Salary - $2.0 Million
Net Worth - $ 36 Million
Sponsors - MRF
5. Chris Gayle
He travels the world like a freelancer batsman and plays in almost all T-20 leagues.
Salary - $2.0 Million
Net Worth - $ 30 Million
Sponsors - Pepsi, Royal Challenge
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