Virat Kohli tops list of highest tax-paying cricketers in FY24
Virat Kohli, the renowned Indian cricketer, has emerged as the highest taxpayer among sports personalities for the financial year ending March 31, 2024 (FY24). This information was recently revealed by Fortune India magazine. Kohli's tax contribution amounted to a substantial ₹66 crore, securing him the fifth position among all celebrities. The list was led by Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan, who paid ₹92 crore in taxes.
Dhoni and Tendulkar among top tax-paying cricketers
MS Dhoni, who retired from international cricket in 2020, remained the second-highest taxpayer among cricketers for FY24 with a contribution of ₹38 crore. Legends Sachin Tendulkar and Sourav Ganguly also made significant contributions, paying ₹28 crore and ₹23 crore, respectively. Therefore, they are third and fourth on the list of taxpayers among sports personalities.
Pandya and Pant's tax contributions in FY24
The incumbent stars, Hardik Pandya and Rishabh Pant also featured on the list of top taxpayers. They contributed ₹13 crore and ₹10 crore, respectively, in taxes for FY24. This places them at fifth and sixth positions among cricketers. Their contributions highlight the significant earnings of these emerging players in Indian cricket.
Kohli's net worth and income sources in 2024
Kohli's net worth, as of 2024, is estimated to be over ₹1,000 crore. An illustrious cricket career, which includes whopping contracts with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) as well as his participation in the Indian Premier League (IPL) with Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) contribute to his wealth. Endorsements with major global brands like Puma, Audi, and MRF further boost his income.
