New Delhi: Cricket is not just considered a religion in India but is undoubtedly one of the most financially lucrative and followed sports in the country. Over the past few decades in the history of cricket, India has a record of producing some of the best cricket players who have not just played a pivotal role in elevating the country’s cricketing prowess but also made a mark on the global sporting stage.
Two of the biggest names from the Indian cricketing fraternity that immediately come to the mind are Sachin Tendulkar and Mahendra Singh Dhoni. Tendulkar took the magnitude of Indian cricket to next level with his flawless batting skills while Dhoni became one of the most successful captains in Indian cricket history. Master Blaster and Captain Cool, as they popularly famous in the cricketing world, managed to create a niche for themselves that is hard to be eradicated.
Magnificent success at cricketing stage
With umpteen success at the international cricketing stage, both the magnificent players’ annual earnings were also in sync with their performances, calibre and status. While their earnings from BCCI’s annual contracts amounted to a lot of their overall wealth, the duo also earned a lot from endorsements, IPL and many other sources.
While both Sachin and Dhoni have retired from cricketing, with the latter just part of the Indian Premier League, they still rank amongst the richest in the business. The earnings from the Indian cricket board including the salaries and match fees has stopped but both Sachin Tendulkar and MS Dhoni continue to make big bucks through many sources.
Let’s take a look at who earns more – Sachin or Dhoni
According to multiple media reports, Sachin Tendulkar, hailed as the ‘God of Cricket’, has cemented his status as the richest cricketer globally with a net worth of almost $170 million. His on-field achievements, that have helped him accumulate a lot of wealth, his flurry of endorsements – which even continue now and of course his business venture have taken his financial status to the pinnacle.
Meanwhile, MS Dhoni, who is hailed as ‘Captain Cool’, is also one of the richest cricketers in the world but not as rich as Tendulkar. His net worth stands at $111 million, way more than many of the big cricketers around the globe. Dhoni’s earning during his hey days in Indian cricket, income from IPL, money through endorsements and some of his business ventures make his one of the wealthiest cricketers.
Sachin Tendulkar vs MS Dhoni net worth comparison: Here’s a look at who earns more, Master Blaster or Captain Cool. To know the details, scroll down. Cricket Sports News: Latest Cricket News, Cricket Live Score, Sports Breaking News from Sports Today
