Not Sachin, Kohli, Dhoni- Do you know who is the richest Indian cricketer?
Discover Samarjit Ranjit Sinh Gaikwad, the former Ranji cricketer who rented his luxury apartment to Virat Kohli. Despite not playing international cricket, his wealth surpasses the fortunes of Sachin Tendulkar, MS Dhoni, and Virat Kohli, making him the richest cricketer in India.
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When thinking of the richest cricketers in India, names like Sachin Tendulkar, MS Dhoni, and Virat Kohli often come to mind. However, there’s one cricketer who surpasses them in wealth, despite never playing a single international match for India. This cricketer, a former Ranji player, even rented out his home to Virat Kohli. So, who is he?
Former Ranji Cricketer: Samarjit Ranjit Sinh Gaikwad
Samarjit Ranjit Sinh Gaikwad, a former Ranji cricketer, hails from Baroda, Gujarat. His net worth is reported to be over Rs 20,000 crore. However, this wealth didn't come from cricket endorsements or sponsorship deals. Samarjit inherited his fortune as the son of Vadodara Maharaja Ranjit Sinh Pratap Gaikwad. After his father’s passing in May 2012, Samarjit was crowned as the Maharaja of Vadodara. As part of his inheritance, he received several valuable properties, including the Lakshmi Vilas Palace, which is considered the largest private residence in the world.
A Palace Bigger Than Buckingham!
Lakshmi Vilas Palace, one of Samarjit's most significant properties, is said to be four times the size of Buckingham Palace. In addition to this grand estate, Samarjit manages 17 temples and trusts across Gujarat and Banaras, and owns several luxury apartments in Mumbai. Interestingly, one of these apartments has been rented to cricket star Virat Kohli and his wife, Anushka Sharma, for several years.
Richer Than Sachin, Dhoni, and Kohli!
According to market estimates, Sachin Tendulkar's net worth is approximately Rs 1,427 crore, while MS Dhoni’s is around Rs 932 crore. Virat Kohli’s wealth is in the same range. However, Samarjit’s fortune, estimated to be over Rs 20,000 crore, makes him richer than all of them, earning him the title of the richest cricketer in India.
