How Much Will Rishabh Pant Earn from His INR 27 Crore IPL Salary After Tax?

Rishabh Pant IPL Salary: Net Earnings After Tax Deductions

Indian wicketkeeper-batter Rishabh Pant made history at the IPL 2025 auction. He became the most expensive player in IPL history. The Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) bought him for a record INR 27 crore. This broke Mitchell Starc’s record.

A Record-Breaking Bid

Pant’s acquisition saw intense bidding among LSG, Sunrisers, and DC. DC matched LSG’s INR 20.75 crore bid. LSG then bid INR 27 crore. Ultimately, DC opted out, and Pant was set to lead LSG in IPL 2025.

What Will Pant Earn After Taxes?

Despite the eye-popping sum, tax deductions significantly reduce Pant’s earnings. After India’s tax deduction of INR 8.1 crore, his net salary is INR 18.9 crore for the 2025 IPL season.

Contract Details:

• Duration: 3 years
• Annual Salary: INR 27 crore per season
• Tax Deduction: ~30% (INR 8.1 crore)

Payment Policies and Protections

IPL salaries are paid per season, and contracts span three years. If Pant sustains an injury during the IPL, he will still receive his full payment. However, if injured before the tournament, LSG can replace him. For injuries while playing for India, the BCCI‘s insurance pays full-season salaries.

Rishabh Pant’s record IPL salary marks a new era in cricket. It highlights the impact of tax deductions and contract safeguards.