Richest Cricketer In New Zealand

Cricket is the second most popular sport globally and has immense adulation in New Zealand. There have been some amazing cricketers from New Zealand in every era. Earlier there would not be a source of income for the Kiwi cricketers and others worldwide rather than the board payment. However, with the increasing number of franchise leagues, the income of cricket players has also arisen remarkably. Endorsements are also an add-on for the well-performing and known players. In this article, we will see the top five richest cricketers in New Zealand.

List of top 5 Richest Cricketer In New Zealand

Kane Williamson

Kane Williamson is New Zealand’s best batsman and one of the finest of the modern era with over 18,000 runs combining all three formats. He has led his country across formats and guided his team to win the maiden World Test Championship in 2021 against India. Williamson is New Zealand’s richest cricketer with an approximate net worth of $11 million. The majority of his income came from IPL contracts which are close to $3 million. Apart from this, he has a lavish house in Tauranga and some high-end vehicles like a Mercedes SUV and Audi Q7. He also endorsed a few brands like Royal Stag, Asics, Rockit, etc. 

Trent Boult

Trent Boult is a synonym of swing bowling. His insane swing with the new ball often bamboozles the best in the business. From 2015 to 2024, the left-arm seamer led the pace attack for New Zealand. His knack for taking wickets makes him a desirable asset for every team in the franchise leagues. Boult has taken more than 300 wickets in tests, 211 in ODIs, and 87 scalps in T20Is in his career. He has an estimated net worth of $6 million. Boult has been associated with the IPL since 2015 and made a hefty amount of around INR 40 cr from the lucrative alone. 

Tim Southee

One of the most reputed cricketers from New Zealand, Tim Southee is touted as the third-richest cricketer in New Zealand with an estimated net worth of $3 million. Southee made his debut back in 2008 and now leads the test side of the Blackcaps. He has featured in the four ODI World Cups for New Zealand while becoming a runner twice in 2015 and 2019. He is New Zealand’s leading wicket-taker with more than 750+ wickets across formats. Besides, he played in the IPL for a few seasons and had a stint with Chennai Super Kings, Mumbai Indians, Rajasthan Royals, Royal Challengers Bangalore, and Kolkata Knight Riders. 

Lockie Ferguson

Not many fans would expect this name but with his appearance in the various cash-rich leagues including the IPL, Lockie Ferguson has made a remarkable net-worth which is said to be around $4 million. Ferguson is an electrifying fast bowler who represents the Kiwis in white-ball cricket. In the 2022 edition of IPL, the seamer with sheer pace got INR 10 cr from Gujarat Titans in the auction. Overall, he has made a staggering INR 27.30 cr from the IPL itself. 

Ross Taylor

One of the greatest batsmen New Zealand ever produced, Ross Taylor’s contribution to his country is a testament of pure dedication and consistency. From 2006 to 2022, Taylor was a vital cog in the Kiwi batting lineup. He is the country’s second-highest run-getter and also participated in the IPL from 2008-2014. His estimated net worth is said to be $4 million. Taylor made a huge amount of INR 18.30 cr from the IPL. 

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