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“Arrogant” Gautam Gambhir or “cheeky” Virat Kohli? Both have skyrocketing net worths, but who’s the real money king?

Samira Vishwas | August 3, 2026 9:24 AM CST

Virat Kohli vs Gautam Gambhir Net Worth: Virat Kohli and Gautam Gambhir are among the greatest players in Indian cricket. The arrogant Gambhir currently coaches Team India, while Virat Kohli, nicknamed “Chiku,” plays ODI cricket under his leadership. While the two have often clashed on the field, they also share a good friendship. They were recently seen together during the England series. Many fans wonder who is the richest of the two and what are their sources of income?

First, let’s talk about Virat Kohli. According to media reports, his net worth is between ₹10.5 billion and ₹11.15 billion. A significant portion of his income comes from cricket, as well as advertising and business. He earns ₹21 crore per season for playing for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in the IPL. He also receives ₹5 crore annually from his BCCI central contract.

Virat is in the list of rich cricketers

Even off the field, Virat’s earnings are comparable to those of a prominent businessman. He charges between ₹75 million and ₹100 million per advertisement and endorses over 30 major Indian and foreign brands. He is also listed among India’s richest cricketers. He also owns several properties in London and India.

Gautam Gambhir is far behind Virat Kohli

Now let’s talk about Gautam Gambhir. According to media reports, Gambhir’s net worth is between ₹250 crore and ₹265 crore. Gambhir has earned a significant amount of money through cricket and advertising. As the head coach of Team India, he receives an annual salary of approximately ₹12 to ₹14 crore. He also receives travel and other allowances during foreign tours. He also earned a significant amount of money while coaching in the IPL. Regarding property, he owns a luxurious home in Old Rajendra Nagar, Delhi, worth ₹15 to 20 crore. He also owns properties in Delhi and Noida.

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