Fri Jul 25 03:04:21 UTC 2025: **Summary:**

Former Indian cricket coach Ravi Shastri revealed in a podcast that top Indian cricketers like Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni, and Sachin Tendulkar earn upwards of £10 million (over 100 crore rupees) annually, primarily through brand endorsements. He highlighted their immense popularity allows them to command significant fees for a limited number of advertising days, showcasing the financial power of cricket stardom in India.

**News Article:**

**Indian Cricket Stars Rake in Millions Through Endorsements, Reveals Ravi Shastri**

**New Delhi, July 25, 2025** – Former Indian cricket coach Ravi Shastri has revealed the staggering earnings of India’s top cricketers, particularly Virat Kohli, MS Dhoni, and Sachin Tendulkar, who can earn upwards of £10 million (over 100 crore rupees) annually.

Speaking on the “Stick To Cricket” podcast with former England captain Michael Vaughan, Shastri confirmed that these superstars amass considerable wealth through brand endorsements. “They earn a lot. A lot through endorsements, for sure and upwards of 100 crores,” Shastri stated, clarifying that he was referring to “Ten Million Pounds.”

Shastri further elaborated that the demanding playing schedules of these cricketers limit the number of endorsements they can undertake. “Someone like an M.S or a Virat or Sachin and his pomp. They would do over 15-20 ads… There is no time. You could easily do more because of the amount cricket being played,” he explained.

The revelation has caused a stir, highlighting the immense commercial value of cricket in India and the financial rewards enjoyed by its most iconic players.

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