The Indian Premier League (IPL) has always been a lucrative platform for players, with many earning substantial amounts while leading their franchises. Over the years, both Indian and overseas players have taken on the captaincy role, often commanding hefty salaries. As we approach IPL 2025, let’s explore the earnings of the captains in the tournament.
Salaries of captains in Indian Premier League
| Captain | Team | Salary |
| Ruturaj Gaikwad | CSK | Rs. 18 crore |
| Rishabh Pant | LSG | Rs. 27 crore |
| Virat Kohli (likely) | RCB | Rs 21 crore |
| KL Rahul (likely) | DC | Rs 14 crore |
| Hardik Pandya | MI | Rs. 15 crore |
| Sanju Samson | RR | Rs 18 crore |
| Rinku Singh (likely) | KKR | Rs 13 crore |
| Shreyas Iyer | PBKS | Rs. 26.75 crore |
| Shubman Gill | GT | Rs 16.50 crore |
| Pat Cummins | SRH | Rs. 20.50 crore |
Top 5 most expensive captains in IPL 2025
Rishabh Pant
Rishabh Pant has been named the official captain of LSG. Renowned for his dynamic batting and astute leadership, Pant will look to lead the team to its first-ever IPL title.
Shreyas Iyer
Shreyas Iyer, an experienced leader in the IPL, has been appointed captain of PBKS for this season. Known for his composed approach and skill in anchoring innings, Iyer is a great fit for the role. He made the announcement himself on Bigg Boss 18.
Pat Cummins
Pat Cummins will continue with Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) in IPL 2025, having been retained by the franchise for INR 18 crore. His impressive leadership, which took the team to the finals in the previous season, earned him the spot.
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