Inside Smriti Mandhana's Fortune: Her Record WPL Salary, BCCI Pay, and Brand Deals

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On Sunday, after defeating South Africa, Harmanpreet Kaur’s team created history in women’s cricket. Among the team members, Smriti Mandhana has been one of the most consistent performers throughout the tournament.

Her on-field achievements match her strong financial standing. Mandhana is now one of the highest-paid women cricketers in the world. Here’s a brief overview of her salary, current contracts, and endorsement deals.

Breaking Down the Cricketing Salary: WPL and BCCI Contracts

Smriti Mandhana’s income from the matches is primarily drawn from her central contract with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). Additionally, her Women's Premier League (WPL) deal contributed to a large part of her earnings. She holds a Grade A central contract with the BCCI, providing an additional Rs. 50 lakh.

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The player benefits from the BCCI's equal pay policy. This policy ensures that women cricketers earn the same amount of match fees as their male counterparts. As per the equal pay policy, Smriti earns Rs. 15 lakh per Test match, Rs. 6 lakh per ODI, and Rs. 3 lakh per T20I. Mandhana’s biggest financial boost comes from the WPL, where she was signed for Rs. 3.4 crore per season by the Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

This major deal established her as one of the world's highest-paid female cricketers. She led RCB to their first-ever title in the WPL 2024, further enhancing her reputation and market value.

Brand Power: Mandhana's Endorsement Deals and Financial Growth

Off the pitch, Smriti Mandhana has capitalized on her appeal and consistent performance. The cricketer has now become a favorite among advertisers, which has significantly boosted her growth financially. 

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Hyundai, Hero Motocorp, Red Bull, Garnier, Nike, Mastercard, Havells, Wrangler, Gulf Oil, Bata Power, Herbalife, PNB MetLife, Equitas Bank, Rexona, and Unicef India are some of the top-tier brands endorsed by her so far.

Each of these endorsement deals is estimated to be worth between Rs. 50 lakh and Rs. 75 lakh. Her brand value saw a dramatic 30% rise after RCB's WPL victory. The cricketer’s endorsement deals, combined with match fees, raise her estimated net worth to a whopping Rs. 34 crore. 

The Indian women’s cricket team’s vice-captain has solidified her position as one of the most influential and financially successful women athletes.

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