Meet Aryaman Birla: World’s Richest Cricketer with ₹70,000 Crore Net Worth
In talks of the richest names in Indian cricket, Tendulkar, Dhoni, and Kohli are legends. Tendulkar, the “God of Cricket,” has a net worth of $170 million. His iconic career and big endorsements earned it. MS Dhoni, worth $111 million, and Virat Kohli, at $92 million, are among the world’s richest athletes.
However, none of these legends hold the title of the world’s richest cricketer. That distinction belongs to Aryaman Birla. He is a former Rajasthan Royals player and heir to the Aditya Birla Group. His net worth is ₹70,000 crore (about $8.5 billion).
Aryaman Birla: From Cricket to Corporate Boardrooms
Aryaman Birla is the son of industrialist Kumar Mangalam Birla. He made his cricketing debut for Madhya Pradesh in the 2017 Ranji Trophy. A promising left-handed batsman, Aryaman’s career took off in 2018 when he signed with the Rajasthan Royals in the IPL.
Despite his potential in cricket, Aryaman’s pro sports career was short. In 2019, he quit cricket due to injuries and mental health issues.
Since retiring at the age of 22, Aryaman has made a smooth transition into the family business. In 2023, he joined Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail as an additional director. He is now an executive director at Grasim Industries and Aditya Birla Management.
The Source of Aryaman Birla’s Wealth
Unlike Tendulkar, Dhoni, or Kohli, Aryaman is not a cricket star. His massive wealth comes from his family’s business, the Aditya Birla Group. In contrast, the others made their money from long cricket careers and endorsements. The group is one of India’s largest conglomerates. It operates in cement, telecom, retail, and finance.
Aryaman’s net worth of ₹70,000 crore makes him the richest cricketer. It far exceeds any cricketer’s earnings, despite his short career.
Key Highlights of Aryaman Birla’s Journey
Cricket Career:
- Debut: Ranji Trophy 2017 for Madhya Pradesh
- IPL: Signed by Rajasthan Royals in 2018
- Retired: 2019 due to injuries and mental health concerns
Business Roles:
- Additional Director, Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Limited (2023)
- Executive Director, Grasim Industries and Aditya Birla Management Corporation
