The Indian women's cricket team's World Cup victory in 2025 was not just a sporting milestone, it was an emotional full circle. India Women's years of hard work and hope finally came together after they defeated South Africa Women on November 2 in Navi Mumbai. The moment India lifted that trophy, millions across the country celebrated the women who had rewritten history. The win has also drawn attention to how far women's cricket has evolved, not just in achievements but in their finances too.
Former Indian captain Mithali Raj is India's richest women's cricketer, who holds an estimated net worth of INR 40 to 45 crore. The second to her is India's current vice-captain Smriti Mandhana, who at 29 years of age, has an estimated net worth between INR 32 to 34 crore. The third richest Indian women's cricketer is India's captain Harmanpreet Kaur, who is estimated to have a net worth of around INR 25 crore, with additional earnings coming through various brand endorsements.