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From MS Dhoni To Faf du Plessis: Top IPL Captains Who Earns Less Than Sanju Samson - In Pics

The Indian Premier League (IPL) is not just a cricketing extravaganza; it's a showcase of talent, strategy, and, of course, the money game. While the IPL has seen numerous iconic captains take charge of their teams, one name stands out in terms of earnings – Sanju Samson. Leading the Rajasthan Royals, Samson's paycheck outshines several other IPL captains. In this listicle, we explore some notable IPL captains who earn less than the staggering sum commanded by Sanju Samson, shedding light on the fascinating world of cricketing salaries and leadership in the IPL.

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Updated:Oct 03, 2023, 03:12 PM IST

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Sanju Samson Leads Rajasthan Royals:

Sanju Samson has been leading the Rajasthan Royals since 2021, and he's one of the highest-earning captains in the IPL.

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Sanju's Staggering Salary:

In the IPL 2022 mega-auction, Rajasthan Royals retained Sanju Samson for an astonishing Rs 14 crore, making him one of the highest-paid players in the league. He had been earning this substantial amount since 2021.

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MS Dhoni - Chennai Super Kings:

One of the most successful captains in IPL history, MS Dhoni, earns less than Samson. Dhoni was retained by the Chennai Super Kings for Rs 12 crore before the IPL 2022 mega-auction. Meanwhile, Ravindra Jadeja, CSK's star all-rounder, earns a hefty Rs 16 crore.

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David Warner - Delhi Capitals:

David Warner, a former Sunrisers Hyderabad captain, was signed by Delhi Capitals for Rs 6.25 crore. However, he couldn't secure a salary in the 10-crore range, highlighting Sanju Samson's significantly higher earnings as RR's leader.

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Shikhar Dhawan - Punjab Kings:

Shikhar Dhawan, a top-class batsman, was in high demand during the IPL 2022 mega-auction and joined the Punjab Kings for Rs 8.25 crore. Still, he fell short of the 10-crore mark, while Samson's paycheck remains substantially larger.

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Faf du Plessis - Royal Challengers Bangalore:

Faf du Plessis moved to the Royal Challengers Bangalore for Rs 7 crore during the IPL 2022 mega-auction and was appointed the team's captain. Despite his impressive credentials, he earns significantly less than Sanju Samson.

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Aiden Markram - Sunrisers Hyderabad:

Aiden Markram's surprise captaincy for Sunrisers Hyderabad in IPL 2023 showcases the substantial difference in earnings between him and Sanju Samson.

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Nitish Rana - Kolkata Knight Riders:

Nitish Rana, a highly sought-after batsman, re-signed with Kolkata Knight Riders for Rs 8 crore and took over as the team's captain in IPL 2023. His earnings are notably lower than Samson's.

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Future Prospects:

It's worth noting that David Warner and Nitish Rana may not continue as captains in IPL 2024, as Rishabh Pant is expected to return to action and Shreyas Iyer has already resumed competitive cricket. Rishabh Pant commands a salary of Rs 16 crore, while Shreyas Iyer signed with KKR for Rs 12.25 crore.

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Top Earners:

Sanju Samson may not be the highest-earning IPL captain, as Rohit Sharma, KL Rahul, and Hardik Pandya top the charts. Rahul leads with an impressive salary of Rs 17 crore, followed by Rohit and Pandya with salaries of Rs 16 crore and Rs 15 crore, respectively.

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