Who Is India's Richest Female Cricketer?

Despite the glamour and popularity enjoyed by men's cricket in India, women cricketers have also made a significant name for themselves. One such player is Harmanpreet Kaur, who is not only renowned for her performance on the field but also for her substantial earnings.

Her wealth, amounting to approximately Rs 24 crore, stems from her earnings in the Women's Premier League, her role as a brand ambassador, her Grade A contract with the BCCI, and the considerable income from international matches.

Harmanpreet Kaur, captain of the Indian women's cricket team, played a crucial role in Mumbai Indians winning the title in the recent Women's Premier League (WPL). She is now mentioned alongside legendary players like Anjum Chopra, Mithali Raj, and Jhulan Goswami.

Under BCCI's women's cricket contract list, Harmanpreet Kaur is in Grade A, earning Rs 50 lakh per year. Additionally, the salary rates are Rs 15 lakh for Test matches, Rs 6 lakh for ODIs, and Rs 3 lakh per T20 match, with extra income from domestic cricket matches.

Besides WPL, she also competes in international T20 leagues such as BBL (Big Bash League) and 'The Hundred', earning Rs 1.8 crore from Mumbai Indians in WPL.

Additionally, she garners Rs 40-50 lakh annually by endorsing major brands like Boost, HDFC Life, CEAT Tyres, ITC, Nike, and Royal Challenge.

Reports indicate that she charges approximately Rs 10-12 lakh per commercial shoot.

Harmanpreet Kaur is not just a cricket team captain but an inspirational figure, bringing glamour, wealth, and recognition to women's cricket.