As of 2026, Sachin Tendulkar is the richest cricketer in the world, with an estimated net worth of around $170 million (approx. ₹1,250–₹1,500 crore). His wealth stems from a legendary playing career, massive brand endorsements, and successful business investments. He is followed closely by MS Dhoni and Virat Kohli. 

Top 5 Richest Cricketers in the World (2025–2026 Estimates):

Sachin Tendulkar: ~$170 million (₹1,250 - 1,500 Cr)

MS Dhoni: ~$111 million (₹1,060 - 1,100 Cr)

Virat Kohli: ~$92 million (₹1,050 Cr)

Ricky Ponting: ~$48 - 65 million

Jacques Kallis: ~$48 million 

Key Drivers of Wealth:

Brand Endorsements: Top players, particularly from India, command massive fees for brand partnerships.

IPL Earnings: The Indian Premier League (IPL) is a major income source for active players like Virat Kohli.

Investments: Post-retirement, players like Tendulkar have built significant wealth through business ventures and investments. 

 As of April 2026, Mukesh Ambani, chairman of Reliance Industries, is the richest person in India with a net worth estimated around $99.7 billion to $105 billion. He is followed by Gautam Adani (Adani Group) and Savitri Jindal, who is India's richest woman. 

Key Highlights (2026 Estimates):

Mukesh Ambani: Retains the top spot, controlling a diverse portfolio including energy, telecom, and retail.

Gautam Adani: Holds the second position with significant wealth in infrastructure, ports, and green energy.

Top 10 Trends: The list is heavily dominated by figures in diversified conglomerates, technology, and pharmaceuticals, with total wealth among top billionaires continuing to grow despite market fluctuations. 

 Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) defeated Chennai Super Kings (CSK) by 43 runs in the 11th match of IPL 2026 on April 5, 2026, at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru. RCB posted a massive 250/3—their highest total against CSK—before bowling out CSK for 207. Tim David was named Player of the Match. 

Match Summary: RCB vs CSK (April 5, 2026)

Result: RCB won by 43 runs.

Venue: M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru.

Toss: CSK won the toss and elected to field. 

Key Performances

RCB Innings (250/3): Propelled by a dominant batting display, scoring 250/3 in 20 overs.

CSK Innings (207 All Out): Bhuvneshwar Kumar led the bowling with 3/41, becoming the second bowler to reach 200 IPL wickets.

Top Performers: Tim David (Player of the Match), Bhuvneshwar Kumar. 

Match Details & Highlights

RCB Total: 250/3 (Highest total vs CSK).

Top Scorers: Devdutt Padikkal (50+).

Key Moments: RCB dominated the final 10 overs.

Key Wickets: Bhuvneshwar Kumar (3/41), Abhinandan Singh. 

Context

This was RCB's second consecutive win.

CSK suffered their third successive defeat in IPL 2026.

This victory marks a 4th consecutive win for RCB against CSK. 

 Rajasthan Royals (RR) delivered a commanding all-round performance to outclass Chennai Super Kings (CSK), winning by eight wickets to win their TATA IPL 2026 season opener in Guwahati.Winning the toss and opting to bowl first, RR’s overseas pace duo — Jofra Archer and Nandre Burger — made an immediate impact. The pair set the tone early, dismantling CSK’s top order with precision and pace. Burger struck in his very first over, beating Sanju Samson’s bat swing to crash into the off stump, sending him back for 6 off seven deliveries.In the following over, Archer compounded CSK’s troubles by removing Ruturaj Gaikwad. Attempting to break free, Gaikwad charged down the track but missed the ball entirely, only to see his stumps shattered. At 19/2 in three overs, CSK were already on the back foot.

Burger returned to inflict further damage, striking on the very next ball of his second over as Ayush Mhatre gloved a sharp bouncer behind. Reduced to 19/3 in 3.1 overs, CSK were forced into an early tactical move, bringing in the Impact Player, Sarfaraz Khan.However, the slide continued. Matt Short’s dismissal meant CSK crawled to 41/4 at the end of the powerplay. With Sarfaraz also departing in the eighth over, CSK found themselves reeling at 51/5.Shivam Dube briefly threatened a counterattack with a towering six but was dismissed soon after, as Ravindra Jadeja — turning out for RR after 17 seasons — made an immediate impact. Jadeja struck twice in his opening over, removing both Sarfaraz and Dube to further dent CSK’s hopes.

From there on, it was a lone battle from Jamie Overton. Walking in at number eight, Overton showed resilience and composure, top-scoring with 43 off 36 balls. His innings helped CSK limp to 127, before he was run out in the final over.RR’s bowling effort was a collective showcase, with all six bowlers chipping in with wickets. Burger (2/26), Archer (2/19) and Jadeja (2/18) led the charge, while debutant Brijesh Sharma impressed with figures of 1/17.In response, RR made light work of the chase with a breathtaking start. The opening pair came out firing, racing to 74/0 in the powerplay and effectively sealing the contest inside the first six overs.The highlight of the innings was a sensational knock from 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who produced a stunning display of fearless hitting. He smashed 52 off just 17 balls, with four boundaries and five sixes, bringing up his half-century in just 15 deliveries. His milestone came in style, with back-to-back sixes off Noor Ahmad in the sixth over.

Sooryavanshi’s remarkable innings ended immediately after the powerplay, as he was dismissed off the first ball of the seventh over, finding extra cover where Sarfaraz Khan held onto a sharp catch.With the game already in control, Yashasvi Jaiswal anchored the chase with an unbeaten 38 off 36 balls. He found support from Dhruv Jurel (18 off 9) and Riyan Parag (14* off 11) as RR cruised to victory without any further hiccups.Anshul Kamboj was the lone bright spot for CSK with the ball, picking up 2/27 in his three overs.Nandre Burger was named Player of the Match for his incisive spell upfront, setting up a dominant win for Rajasthan Royals.The full scorecard and match details can be found here.