Virat Kohli is associated with passion, energy, and records when his name is mentioned. He’s a worldwide icon who’s built a legacy far beyond just a job. Of late, there is a buzz about him again. With Rohit Sharma’s retirement from Test cricket, Virat Kohli too has formally retired from the red-ball format after bringing to an end an incredible chapter in Indian Test cricket. With this news catching fire, fans are once again curious—how much does Kohli really earn? What is the total wealth of this cricket king? Let’s look into the full picture.

A Giant of the World of Cricket

Virat Kohli’s name is well-known worldwide. He has been one of the greatest players for over a decade, and his commitment can be seen on the field as well as in his bank account. To date, his staggering wealth has reached an impressive ₹1050 crore. That’s right, over a thousand crores!

Earning Big from Cricket

Kohli gets paid ₹7 crore annually by the BCCI for just a pat on the back. That’s just the base. Every time he took part in a Test match, he bagged ₹15 lakh. For each One Day International (ODI), he pockets ₹6 lakh, while for a T20, he makes ₹3 lakh extra compared to his ODI earnings. But the big money comes from the Indian Premier League. Every year, his IPL contract alone brings in around ₹15 crore.

The King of Endorsements

Cricket might’ve made him famous, but brand deals made him rich. Virat is the face of more than 18 top companies like Puma, Audi, Myntra, Too Yum, and American Tourister. For every ad he shoots, he charges somewhere between ₹7 to ₹10 crore. Just on brand endorsements, he pockets around ₹175 crore.

Smart Business Moves

Kohli isn’t just earning from cricket and ads—he’s stepped into the world of business too. He’s the founder of the fashion brand Wrogn and the fitness chain Chisel. And, he has also invested in a few startups such as Blue Tribe, MPL, and Universal Sportsbiz. He even co-owns a fancy restaurant named Nueva.

Social Media: Another Goldmine

With millions of followers across platforms, Virat’s social media is another money-making machine. Each post costs him about ₹8.9 crore. Even simple posts on Instagram or X (formerly Twitter) cost ₹2.5 crore each.

In short, cricket made Kohli a star, but his sharp mind turned him into a business powerhouse. Whether he retires from Test cricket or not, his legacy—and his income—aren’t going anywhere.