This year’s IPL (Indian Premier League) auction saw at least 204 players finding a place for themselves in the world’s most popular tournament. At least 137 Indian players and 67 overseas players were bought in the 15th edition of the game. Many well-renowned players were either the highest-paid players or couldn’t make a place for themselves in any team. On the other hand, several newcomers got the opportunity to showcase their talent in the recent matches. Here we will talk about the 10 highest-paid cricketers of this season.
With such the hustle and bustle happening in the cricket world, people are always keen on knowing what will happen next. A few of them also like to place their bets on their favorite player. By checking out IPL betting predictions on a trusted site, you can always stay safe while betting and root for your favorite players. So, without any further hindrance, let’s see who are the highest-paid cricketers of IPL 2022:
KL Rahul:
The talented Banglorian boy will be leading the team of Lucknow under his supervision this season. He has been bought in for a whopping 17 crores. Due to his amazing performance in recent matches, he established himself as the highest-paid cricketer in the tournament.
Rohit Sharma:
After leading Mumbai Indians to its path of glory by helping them lift the IPL trophy 5 times, Rohit Sharma was bought in for a jaw-dropping amount of 16 crores this year. So let’s see whether he will lead Mumbai Indians to its 6th win.
Rishabh Pant:
Rishabh Pant is one of those players retained by Delhi Captains by improving his performance in the last 2-3 editions. As a result, he is being given a salary of 16 crores, making him one of the top 3 in this list of highest-paid players in the IPL league.
Ravindra Jadeja:
The Indian all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja has been retained by CSK (Chennai Super Kings) this year with 16 crores. After performing marvelously for CSK in previous seasons, there are chances that he might lead the team this year. So let’s hope for the best.
Ishan Kishan:
Mumbai Indians left no stone unturned to buy Ishan Kishan as soon as his name popped up on the Day 1 of auctions. The 5-time champion teams barely went for a bidding war until Ishan Kishan came to light. As a result, the young sensation is bought at an enormous 15.25 crores.
Rashid Khan:
The Afghanistani sensation, who was named the T20 player of the decade, is bought in by Gujarat Titans. He is being paid 15 crores for playing for Gujarat Titans. He has left everyone bamboozled with his performance in the past seasons, which led Gujarat Titans to rope him in as soon as his name was announced.
Virat Kohli:
It shouldn’t be shocking to anyone when they see the name of Virat Kohli pop up in the list of highest-paid cricketers in the IPL. The well-renowned Indian cricketer is being given 15 crores by RCB (Royal Challengers Banglore).
Hardik Pandya:
Bidding his old team Mumbai Indians, goodbye, Hardik Pandya will take Gujarat Titans forward with his experience and talent this year. Hardik has been bought by Gujarat Titans for a salary of 15 crores and will also become their captain.
Sanju Samson:
Like last year this year, the Sanju Samson will be leading Rajasthan Royal and will be paid an incredible amount of 14 crores.
Deepak Chahar:
Bought in with 14 crores, Deepak Chahar will be featured in Chennai Super Kings this year.
As all eyes are set on them, let’s see what magic these players will create on the ground this year.
