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The title of the richest cricketer in India belongs to Aryaman Birla, the son of billionaire Kumar Mangalam Birla, who has an estimated net worth of around Rs 70,000 crore, surpassing that of cricket legends like Sachin Tendulkar, MS Dhoni, and Virat Kohli by miles
Aryaman Birla was appointed as a director at Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail Limited in 2023. In addition to this role, he also serves as a director on the boards of Aditya Birla Management Corporation and Grasim Industries. Aryaman is seen as a key figure in the future of the Aditya Birla Group, one of the leading global conglomerate
Aryaman made his debut in senior-level cricket for Madhya Pradesh during the 2017-18 Ranji Trophy against Odisha. In his debut match, he had a 72-run partnership but recorded modest scores of 16 off 67 balls and 6 off 27 balls in his innings
In 2018, Aryaman Birla made a notable impact against Bengal at Eden Gardens. Despite Bengal declaring at 510/9, Aryaman played a crucial role by scoring an unbeaten 103 off 189 balls, helping Madhya Pradesh secure a draw
Aryaman Birla’s strong performance in domestic cricket earned him a contract with the Rajasthan Royals (RR) during the 2018 IPL Auction. He spent two seasons with the team but struggled to secure a spot in the playing XI. Injuries further limited his opportunities, ultimately, RR released him in November 2019
In December 2019, Aryaman Birla announced an "indefinite sabbatical from cricket" citing concerns over his mental health and well-being, expressing the importance of focusing on his personal growth and self-understanding, deciding to step away from the sport completely
After stepping away from cricket, Aryaman Birla shifted his focus to family's business empire. His wealth, primarily derived from his role in the Aditya Birla Group, has contributed significantly to his financial success. With an estimated net worth of INR 70,000 crore, Aryaman's wealth far surpasses that of the top cricketers