Cristiano Ronaldo To Virat Kohli: 9 Highest Paid Athletes In The World 2024
In the world of sports, elite athletes continue to command staggering incomes through a combination of salaries, endorsements, and business ventures. Over the past 12 months, global superstars like Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, and Virat Kohli have topped the charts, raking in massive earnings. Here's a closer look at the highest-paid athletes across various sports and the financial success that sets them apart.
Cristiano Ronaldo (INR 2081 Crore)
Cristiano Ronaldo continues to dominate the list of highest-paid athletes. His move to Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia has significantly boosted his earnings, with a substantial portion coming from endorsements, partnerships, and his massive social media presence. His football contract and various ventures off the pitch, including CR7-branded merchandise, have kept him at the top.
Jon Rahm (INR 1712 Crore)
Lionel Messi (INR 1074 Crore)
LeBron James (INR 990 Crore)
LeBron James, the NBA superstar, continues to maintain his status as one of the wealthiest athletes. His earnings come from his Los Angeles Lakers contract, endorsements with Nike and other major brands, as well as his involvement in entertainment and business ventures, including SpringHill Company and part-ownership in sports franchises.
Kylian Mbappe (INR 881 Crore)
Giannis Antetokounmpo (INR 873 Crore)
Neymar Jr. (INR 864 Crore)
Karim Benzema (INR 864 Crore)
Virat Kohli (INR 847 Crore)
Indian cricket star Virat Kohli is the only cricketer on the list. His earnings come from endorsements with brands like Puma, Audi, and many others, as well as his ventures in fitness and fashion, including the Wrogn and One8 brands. Kohli’s massive social media presence also plays a role in his financial success.