MS Dhoni Net Worth 2024: Earnings, Brand Endorsements, Real Estate, Car and Bike Collection

Few cricketers have garnered global attention like Mahendra Singh Dhoni. The ‘Thala’ (meaning, head or leader in Tamil) of Indian cricket has been a bulwark of the sport with his performances on and off the pitch winning the hearts of fans and fellow players across the globe. 

Along with his capability to hit the ball a long way, and hands that whip the bails off like a Wild West gunman and his pistol, Dhoni’s ice-cool demeanor in even the most pressurizing of situations mark him as a unique individual in the sport’s history. This amalgamation of calm, confidence and charisma is what has made Dhoni successful, not just on the pitch, but also off it. 

MS DHONI FACTFILE 

Today, we will be looking at the commercial and financial success that the man from Ranchi has created for himself and how that has helped Dhoni build a sizable business empire and net worth. 

MS DHONI: CAREER IN NUMBERS

MS Dhoni’s emergence on the international cricket stage was nothing short of extraordinary, when he was called to the Indian team at the end of 2004 as a capable middle order batsman and wicket keeper. But the start couldn’t have gone worse as he was run out for a duck in his debut game. But like he would do throughout his career with other players, Dhoni was backed to the hilt by the Indian team despite a few early failures. The team’s backing finally paid off as Dhoni smashed his first ODI century in his typically explosive style, scoring a sizzling 148 against Pakistan, in Visakhapatnam, in 2005. From that fateful day onwards, Dhoni didn’t look back. 

The swashbuckling cricketer continued to dominate with the bat and behind the stumps, making him an immovable object in the Indian lineup. After making his mark as a hard-hitting lower order batsman, an elite finisher and a lightning fast wicketkeeper (which continue to this day), Dhoni left his most indelible mark as a captain, leading the Indian team to historic triumphs in the 2007 T20 World Cup, the 2011 Cricket World Cup where he hit the memorable winning six in the final, and finally the Champions Trophy in 2013. In doing so, he became the first and only captain to win all three major ICC trophies cementing his legacy as one of the sport’s best captains and cricketers.

RECORDS

• Most international matches as a captain (332)
• Most stumpings in international cricket (195)
• Highest ODI score by a wicketkeeper-batsman (183*)
• Most IPL trophies as a captain – 5 (joint with Rohit Sharma) 
• Most appearances, wins and wins as a captain in IPL 
• Most ODI wins as Indian captain (110)

ACCOLADES

• ICC ODI Player of the Year: 2008, 2009 
• ICC Men’s ODI Team of the Year: 2006, 2008, 2009-2014 (captain in 2009 and 2011-14) 
• ICC Men’s ODI and T20I Team of the Decade: 2011-2020 (captain and wicket-keeper) 
• ICC Spirit of Cricket Award of the Decade: 2011-2020

While his international exploits adds the jewel in his crown, Dhoni’s venerated association with the Chennai Super Kings adds further gloss to his legacy. In a 15-year career (that continues to this day), Dhoni has brought five IPL and two Champions League titles to the Yellow franchise, crafting a legacy barely matched by anyone in the league’s history. 

Including… 

• Most dismissals by a wicketkeeper in IPL (194) 
• Most runs by a wicketkeeper in IPL (5,243) 
• Most sixes by a ‘keeper in international cricket (359, sixth highest overall) 

As a result, Chennai are arguably the most followed franchise in the league with their iconic #7’s presence sending fans into a fever pitch whenever and wherever he steps into a cricket field wreathed in Chennai Yellow. 

DHONI’S EARNINGS

Thanks to his cricketing prowess and the insane fan following that became a byproduct of his performances and personality, Dhoni is among the highest earning cricketers when playing for the Indian team as well as in his IPL career. 

Having retired from international cricket in 2020 after a glittering 16-year career, Dhoni’s on-field earnings are made up from his IPL contract that pays him ₹12 crore along with other hefty bonuses. The iconic wicketkeeper-batsman also holds the position of Vice President in India Cements Pvt. Ltd., the company owned by N Srinivasan, who also owns the Chennai Super Kings franchise. 

All-in-all, Dhoni is reported to earn a whopping ₹50 crore per year from his IPL contract and his position at India Cements along with the earnings from his other business initiatives (more on them later).

ENDORSEMENTS & INVESTMENTS

Throughout his cricketing career and beyond, Dhoni has been a brand’s delight with his personality, charisma and aura endearing him to millions of fans in India and the global cricketing diaspora. 

Dhoni has been the face of scores of brands in his career with the 42-year-old reportedly earning more than 90% of his revenue from his endorsements. The former Indian captain reportedly charges ₹4-6 crore per endorsement deal. 

A few among the numerous brands that Dhoni endorses include: 

• State Bank of India 
• Orient Electric 
• TVS Motor Company – One of India’s biggest motorcycle brands 
• Citroën 
• Ashok Leyland 
• Cleartrip 
• WinZO – An online fantasy gaming and sports platform 
• Indigo Paints 
• Mutual Funds Corporation
• GoDaddy 
• Oppo 
• Lays 

A key observation here is that Dhoni is also an investor in a lot of the brands that he endorses, which adds further value to his brand and business portfolio. 

• Cars24 – Dhoni became an investor and brand ambassador in August 2019
• HomeLane – Dhoni became a partner and started endorsing the home interior services company in August 2023
• Explosive Whey – An Indian protein and nutritional supplements brand started by former teammate Kedar Jadhav. Dhoni came onboard as an investor in April 2024
• Garuda Aerospace – Dhoni became an investor and brand ambassador in the Chennai-based drone startup in 2022. 
• Khatabook – An Indian financial utility services platform created for MSME industries

• 7IncBrews – In April 2023, Dhoni became an investor in the company that sells alcoholic/non-alcoholic beverages and chocolates. The company introduced a separate line of products under the name of ‘Copter7’, named after Dhoni’s iconic jersey number and his signature ‘helicopter shot’. 
• SportsFit – A naturally fit athlete, Dhoni invested in SportsFit, setting up more than 200 gyms across the nation under the brand’s umbrella. 
• Hotel Mahi Residency – Dhoni invested in a hotel in his hometown of Ranchi

Apart from these businesses that Dhoni has invested in, he also co-owns and runs his own businesses adding more feathers to his business cap. 

• Dhoni Entertainment Pvt. Ltd. – Dhoni entered the cinema & entertainment industry by starting his own production company along with his wife Sakshi (who also runs the company) in 2019. The same year saw the company’s first production, a docuseries named Roar of the Lion that premiered on Disney+ Hotstar. The series followed the scenes behind the Chennai Super Kings’ ban from the IPL in 2016 and their eventual return and title win in 2018. 

In 2023, the company produced and released their first movie, a Tamil film named ‘LGM: Let’s Get Married’ which received positive reviews from critics. 

• Seven – In 2016, Dhoni started his own lifestyle and athleisure brand SEVEN named after his iconic shirt number. 

• Dhoni also runs his own organic farm in his hometown of Ranchi. 

SPORTS INVESTMENTS 

Apart from his plethora of investments across a diverse range of sectors, Dhoni has also made a mark in the sports world by investing in sports teams. 

• In 2014, he became a co-owner of Chennaiyin FC, who are among the most successful clubs in the Indian Super League, winning two titles and making the playoffs on two other occasions and the final in 2019-20. 
• He also co-owns the Ranchi Rays, which competes in the Hockey India League. 
• Thanks to his never-ending love for motorcycles (more on that later), Dhoni also invested in Mahi Team Racing India, which competes in the Supersport World Championship, the global competition for mid-tier racing motorcycles (600-955cc).  

Dhoni’s diverse range of investments have played a pivotal part in propping up his net worth to a total of ₹1,040 crore (US$126 million), making him the third richest cricketer in India, behind Virat Kohli (₹1,050 crore) and Sachin Tendulkar (₹ 1,250 crore).

MS DHONI’S INVESTMENTS

HOUSES

Dhoni has also indulged in the good life spending nearly ₹6 crores to build a lavish farmhouse estate in Ranchi where he resides. Dhoni’s plush estate spans across seven acres of land and houses all modern facilities, including a completely-equipped modern gym, swimming pool, a cricket field with nets and lush green spaces that provide him the secure, secluded space that he seeks away from the hustle and bustle of the outside world. 

Dhoni also owns another house in Dehradun where his family originally hails from. His Dehradun residence is currently valued at ₹18 crore.  

CARS & BIKES 

Dhoni’s palatial household in Ranchi is not just home to modern amenities but also home to Dhoni’s enviable collection of vehicles. The Indian #7 is a connoisseur of cars and bikes and his garage in his plush Ranchi farmhouse is all the evidence one needs. 

The 42-year-old is known for his voracious appetite for motorcycles and it is reported that the former Indian captain has an incredible collection of 70+ motorcycles in his garage! 

Dhoni’s rich collection contains some iconic and expensive motorcycles that include: 

• Kawasaki Ninja H2: ₹79.90 lakh 
• Confederate Hellcat X132: ₹47 lakh 
• Ducati 1098: 35 lakh
• Harley Davidson Fat-Boy: ₹24.5 lakh 
• Suzuki Hayabusa: ₹16.90 lakh

Dhoni is also a fan of cars, with the cricketer owning several top-end models including retro cars which showcase his rich taste and knowledge in automobile and craftsmanship. Some of the expensive, high-end cars that he owns include: 

• Ferrari 599 GTO: ₹3.57 crore 
• Audi Q7: ₹89 lakh
• Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk: ₹75.15 lakh
• Hummer H2: ₹75 lakh
• GMC Sierra: ₹53 lakh
• Land Rover Freelander: ₹44 lakh
• Nissan Jonga: ₹10.5 lakh 
• Mercedes Benz GLE
• Rolls Royce Silver Shadow 
• Pontiac Firebird TransAm

… the list goes on. 

FAMILY, SOCIAL MEDIA AND PERSONAL LIFE 

Dhoni’s illustrious career has been recounted and recollected with zest through plenty of memoirs and books written on him and his journey. Some of the eminent literary works on his career include: 

• The Dhoni Touch: unraveling the enigma that is Mahendra Singh Dhoni, written by cricket journalist and author Bharat Sundaresan. 

• Captain Cool: The MS Dhoni Story, that unravels a lot about Dhoni off the field and as a leader. Written by Gulu Ezekiel and there are three more updated versions of the book available. 

• A chapter on him was featured in the book, India’s Small Town Cricket Heroes by K.R. Guruprasad, an eminent cricket journalist, reporter and author. 

While all eyes are on Dhoni when he steps onto the cricket field, he is not an active social media person and lives a pretty secluded life, away from the watchful eyes of the world when he doesn’t pick up a bat or the keeping gloves. But with most posts covering only promotional content, most of the content surrounding his social life is available through content available on his wife, Sakshi Singh Rajput, and daughter Ziva’s social media accounts. Dhoni and Sakshi got married in 2010, in Dehradun, after a few years of courtship, and became parents five years later when Ziva was born. 

A rare occurrence that provided fans and the common public a chance to have an up, close and personal view of Dhoni’s journey happened when a biopic on his life titled, “MS Dhoni: An Untold Story”, released in 2016. The late Sushant Singh Rajput played the titular character, portraying the trials and tribulations faced by Dhoni from growing up in a humble background in small-town India to realizing a career in cricket to hitting the winning six in the 2011 World Cup. It’s widely believed that Dhoni was paid nearly ₹30 crore in rights for the movie. 

In 2019, the Jharkhand State Cricket Association named the South Stand of their stadium in Ranchi after the finest son of their soil. Meanwhile, the Mumbai Cricket Association honoured Dhoni by dedicating the seats J282-J286 in his honour, commemorating the place where he hit the winning six to lead India to the 2011 World Cup title. 

In December 2023, Dhoni was honoured by the BCCI who retired his iconic #7 jersey. Dhoni became only the second player after Sachin Tendulkar to have their national jersey number retired by the controlling body of cricket in India. Talk about creating an unparalleled legacy. Not bad for a man who came from a small, unheralded part of India, isn’t it? 

The man who put Ranchi and Indian cricket on the world map showed the heights which confidence, character and commitment can take a person to irrespective of where he or she hailed from. And similar to his batting, Dhoni continues to hit it out of the park with his business choices and investments, adding further value to his vast business empire and elevating his net worth, lifestyle and status as one of India’s finest sporting and civilian exponents.