The Top 10 Earning Cricketers of 2024

Cricket has long been one of the world’s most popular sports, and with that popularity comes substantial financial rewards for its stars. As we move through 2024, the financial landscape of cricket continues to be dominated by a select group of elite players whose earnings are a testament to their skill, marketability, and the global reach of the sport. Here’s a look at the top 10 highest-paid cricketers in the world for 2024:

1. Virat Kohli –

As a Grade A+ player for the BCCI, Virat Kohli brings around $36.2 million a year from match fees and the IPL. Thanks to his commercial appeal, the player who plays for Royal Challengers Bangalore is a global icon of cricket, holding records like as the top run scorer in Twenty20 International, the fastest to reach 13,000 ODI runs, and the most T20 fifties.

2. Pat Cummins –

Pat Cummins, the captain of the 2023 World Cup winning team, makes $29.5 million a year. After defeating India in the World Cup, he became extremely popular and became a valuable target for IPL clubs. Mitchell Starc was the most expensive player in the IPL 2024 auction, with Cummins coming in second.

3. Mitchell Starc –

Mitchell Starc, who is paid $28.7 million a year, is renowned for his accuracy and speed. He outbid Pat Cummins to clinch a $2.97 million contract with the Kolkata Knight Riders during the IPL 2024 auction. The fastest player to 200 ODI wickets, Starc, was an RCB player before becoming a valuable batsman.

4. Steve Smith –

Legendary Test cricketer Steven Smith makes $27.4 million a year even though he isn’t participating in the IPL this year. Not only is he the fastest player to reach 8,000 Test runs, but he has amassed nearly 10,000 runs overall and captained Australia in every format, demonstrating his outstanding skill and tremendous earning potential.

5. David Warner –

Famous cricket player David Warner just announced his retirement from Test cricket, but he is still active in other shorter formats. His yearly salary of $26.1 million is increased by international T20 leagues, such as the Indian Premier League. Warner, who is currently with the Delhi Capitals and was captain of the Sunrisers Hyderabad in the past, is ahead of Virat Kohli in the record book for the most 50+ scores in the IPL.

6. Rohit Sharma –

With an annual salary of $25.8 million, Indian skipper Rohit Sharma, who is well-known for his blistering ODI batting, comes in sixth. His three double hundreds in ODIs and five hundreds in T20Is were firsts for him. Sharma is second only to Virat Kohli in runs scored when it comes to the record for the most T20I matches played.

7. Jos Buttler –

Jos Buttler, England’s captain for shorter formats, gained significant recognition through the IPL. Known for his explosive batting, he scored 863 runs with four centuries in the 2022 season for Rajasthan Royals. Buttler, who also holds the record for most keeper catches in an innings, led England to victory in the 2022 T20 World Cup.

8. Trent Boult –

Trent Boult, a dynamic fielder from New Zealand, is a threat that can be used in any phase of the game. He only participates in crucial games for New Zealand, but he remains well-known due to his participation in international T20 leagues, particularly the IPL. Boult brings in $24.9 million a year.

9. Jasprit Bumrah –

Known for his amazing yorkers and adaptability, Jasprit Bumrah is an important member of the Mumbai Indians’ IPL team, having been selected and contributing ever since. He is extremely valued because of his versatility. Under BCCI’s contract, Bumrah receives $24.6 million a year as an A+ player.

10. Kane Williamson –

Since 2016, New Zealand has been led by the humble and capable Kane Williamson. He leads the ICC Test Rankings and is the fastest player in New Zealand history to reach 6,000 runs. Williamson, who helped the nation win its first Test Championship, makes $24.3 million a year with the Gujarat Titans in the Indian Premier League.