MS Dhoni, Virat Kohli, Or Rohit Sharma: Who Has Earned The Most From IPL In 17 Years? Check List Here

Rohit Sharma, Mumbai cha raja is the most successful captain in IPL history, has led the Mumbai Indians (MI) to five IPL title. He has been a mainstay of the MI franchise since 2011, after starting his IPL career with the Deccan Chargers. Rohit’s consistent performance, both as a captain and a player, has ensured he earns the highest amount in IPL history, raking in INR 178.6 crore over 17 seasons.

MS Dhoni, often referred to as "Captain Cool," has been synonymous with the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) since the first IPL season in 2008. Under his leadership, CSK has won five IPL titles and Dhoni’s value to the team has never been in doubt. His calm demeanor, exceptional captaincy, and ability to perform under pressure have ensured that Dhoni remains one of the top earners in IPL history, earning INR 176.8 crore.

Virat Kohli is the only player in IPL history to have represented the same franchise, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), throughout his career. Although RCB has yet to win an IPL title, Kohli’s performances, including his record-breaking 2016 season where he scored 973 runs, have made him indispensable to the franchise. Kohli was retained for hefty contracts, bringing his IPL earnings to INR 173.2 crore over 17 seasons.

Suresh Raina, known as "Mr. IPL" due to his consistent performances in the tournament, has been one of the most successful players for Chennai Super Kings. A key middle-order batsman, Raina has played a vital role in CSK’s four title wins. Even during CSK's suspension, Raina earned significant contracts, bringing his total IPL earnings to INR 110.74 crore.

Ravindra Jadeja, one of the best all-rounders in world cricket, has been a crucial part of CSK’s success. Known for his ability to finish games and his exceptional fielding, Jadeja has been retained by CSK at high pay scales, earning INR 109 crore over the course of his IPL career.

Sunil Narine, the mystery spinner from the West Indies, has been a game-changer for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) since his debut in 2012. Narine’s ability to contribute with the bat in the lower order also increased his value. KKR has retained him for large sums over the years, with Narine’s total earnings reaching INR 107.2 crore. 

AB de Villiers, known as "Mr. 360" was one of the most explosive batsmen in IPL history. After starting his IPL journey with Delhi Daredevils, de Villiers moved to RCB in 2011, where he became a key player alongside Virat Kohli. His ability to score at a rapid pace and play under pressure made him a fan favorite. Over his decade-long IPL career, de Villiers earned INR 102 crore.