Indian cricketers earn a huge sum of money through various cricket and non-cricket related contracts and deals. Indian cricketers get a handsome salary from the BCCI and majority of them endorse several brands which add to their fortune.

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Take a look at top 5 richest cricketers in India

1. Sachin Tendulkar

Former India opener Sachin Tendulkar is the richest cricketer not only in India but in the world. Tendulkar has a net worth of Rs 1090 crore. Though Tendulkar has retired from international cricket but he still earns money from various brand endorsements and sponsorship deals.

2. Mahendra Singh Dhoni

Former India skipper MS Dhoni is the second richest cricketer in the world with a net worth of Rs 767 crore.

3. Virat Kohli

Team India skipper Virat Kohli is the third richest cricketer in the world with a net worth of Rs 638 crore. Kohli has his own fashion brands Wrogn and One8 (partnering with Puma). 

4. Virender Sehwag

Former India opener Virender Sehwag has a huge net worth of Rs 277 crore and is the fourth richest Indian cricketer. 

5. Yuvraj Singh

Former all-rounder and the 'architect' of India’s 2011 World Cup win, Yuvraj Singh is at fifth place with a net worth of around Rs 245 crore