The richest cricketer in the world is currently Virat Kohli, the captain of the Indian national cricket team. According to Forbes, he was ranked as the world's 66th highest-paid athlete in 2020, with estimated earnings of $26 million, $24 million of which came from endorsements. Kohli has a lucrative deal with sportswear brand Puma and has also been associated with other brands such as Audi, MRF, and Uber. In addition to his endorsements, Kohli has also earned a significant amount from his cricketing career, having played for the Indian team since 2008 and being one of the best batsmen in the world.
