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Australian fast bowlers lead the list of the world’s richest bowlers, with Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, and Josh Hazlewood forming a strong trio.

India’s Ravindra Jadeja and West Indies' Sunil Narine also make the cut, thanks to their success in international cricket and franchise leagues.

Richest bowlers in world cricket

Australia’s captain Pat Cummins tops the list with an estimated net worth of ₹378 crore ($45 million). He earns around ₹16.5 crore annually from Cricket Australia, including his captaincy bonus. In the IPL, Cummins has amassed nearly ₹70 crore, with a record ₹20.5 crore deal from Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2024. He also earns through brand deals and investments.

Starc, one of the world’s most feared left-arm pacers, has a net worth of over ₹208 crore ($25 million). He receives ₹12 crore annually from Cricket Australia and secured a massive ₹24.75 crore deal with KKR in IPL 2024. Endorsements and financial ventures further boost his wealth.

KKR’s star spinner and former West Indies all-rounder Sunil Narine is worth around ₹133.5 crore ($16 million). His major earnings come from the IPL, where he gets ₹6 crore annually. He also has multiple brand endorsements and investments that add to his income.

Team India’s ace all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja is valued at ₹120 crore ($15 million). In the BCCI’s A+ contract list, he earns ₹7 crore per year, along with ₹18 crore from IPL franchise CSK. Jadeja also has endorsement deals and owns several properties.

Australian pacer Josh Hazlewood has an estimated net worth of ₹80 crore ($9 million). He receives ₹12.5 crore from RCB in the IPL and draws a hefty salary from Cricket Australia. His wealth also includes brand associations and personal investments.

(Disclaimer: The above information, including the financial figures mentioned, is based on publicly available media reports. ABP Live does not independently verify the accuracy of these claims.)