According to a report, Virat Kohli’s net worth is slightly higher than that of former player MS Dhoni. Both Kohli and Dhoni are cricket legends, with Kohli still active in international cricket while Dhoni retired in 2020.
They are part of the Indian Premier League (IPL), with Kohli playing for Royal Challengers Bangalore and Dhoni leading Chennai Super Kings to their fifth title in 2023. Both players have a massive fan following and are among the highest-earning athletes globally.
The report states that Kohli’s net worth is INR 1040 crore, slightly more than Dhoni’s. Kohli has a massive social media following, with over 252 million Instagram followers. His net worth is estimated to be Rs 1,050 crore, the highest among international cricketers. He earns Rs 7 crore from his ‘A+’ Team India contract and receives varying match fees for Tests, ODIs, and T20Is. Additionally, he earns 15 crore annually from playing for RCB in the IPL.
Dhoni, on the other hand, earns a 12 crore fee from his IPL franchise, CSK. His net worth exceeds 1000 crore due to investments in companies, social media fees, ownership of brands, and real estate investments.