Indian cricketer Ruturaj Gaikwad has earned a big name in domestic cricket and the Indian Premier League. He came into the limelight when he made his IPL debut for Chennai Super Kings in 2020. Playing just six matches in the season, Gaikwad scored 204 runs at an average of 51.00.
In the next IPL season in 2021, Gaikwad finished as the leading run-scorer of the season with 635 runs from 16 matches, becoming the first uncapped player to win the Orange cap, and played a big role in CSK’s fourth IPL title win. His impressive performances in IPL and domestic cricket helped him earn his maiden India call. The opening batter finally made his debut for the Indian Cricket team in a T20I against Sri Lanka in Colombo on July 28, 2021.
Ruturaj Gaikwad got a new role in IPL 2024 as he was appointed as the new CSK skipper replacing the five-time winning captain MS Dhoni. Playing as a captain in IPL 2024, Gaikwad scored 583 runs in 14 matches averaging at 53.00. However, he failed to lead CSK to the playoffs as they lost their last league match against Royal Challengers Bengaluru.
The fans are expecting Ruturaj Gaikwad to have a long career for the Indian Cricket team. Let’s look at his net worth, brand endorsements and IPL contract.
Ruturaj Gaikwad Net Worth
Ruturaj Gaikwad has a net worth of around ₹36 Crore. Most of his earnings are from IPL contracts, BCCI contracts and brand deals.
BCCI Contract
Ruturaj Gaikwad is a grade C player in the 2024 BCCI contract, which means he will get ₹1 Crore as an Indian Cricketer every year. However, Gaikwad hasn’t cemented his place in the Indian team so far and will be looking to capitalize on every opportunity he gets for Men in Blue.
Ruturaj Gaikwad IPL Salary
Ruturaj Gaikwad was picked by Chennai Super Kings for ₹20 Lakhs ahead of IPL 2019. Since then, he has been a regular opening batter for CSK and his IPL salary increased to ₹6 Crore as of 2024. The CSK skipper has earned ₹12.8 Crore through his IPL contracts so far.
Ruturaj Gaikwad Brand Endorsements
Ruturaj Gaikwad is on his way to becoming the next star player in the Indian cricket team. He has also gained immense popularity among brands and earned a huge amount through brand endorsements. Till now, Gaikwad has been featured in commercials for several brands such as Games 24X7, GO Kratos, Mount Road Social, SS Cricket Kits, and Social Offline.
Ruturaj Gaikwad House and Car Collection
Ruturaj Gaikwad owns a luxurious apartment at the Amar Landmark complex in Someshwarwadi, Pune. The Indian cricketer bought that 2,919 square feet for ₹8 Crore. Gaikwad is also a big car and bike enthusiast who owns an Audi and a BMW along with a Jawa 42 Bobber motorcycle
