The Indian Premier League (IPL) is known for its glamour, sixes, and nail-biting matches—but there’s another side to it: the massive money involved. Among the star cricketers this season, Rishabh Pant has grabbed major attention, not only for his comeback and captaincy but also for the jaw-dropping salary he’s commanding in IPL 2025.
Pant, who is leading Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), created history by becoming the highest-paid player ever in IPL history. LSG picked him up for a record Rs.27 crore in this year’s auction. But have you ever wondered how much he earns for playing just one match? Let’s break it down in simple numbers.
LSG Paid Rs.27 Crore – What That Means Per Match
Lucknow Super Giants are playing 14 league matches in the group stage of IPL 2025. If Rishabh Pant plays all 14 games, a basic calculation shows:
Rs. 27,00,00,000 ÷ 14 = Rs. 1.92 crore per match
That means, every time Pant walks onto the field for an IPL match, LSG is investing nearly Rs. 1.92 crore on him. This does not even include earnings from playoffs, qualifiers, or the final if LSG qualifies.
What About Income Tax? How Much Does Pant Take Home?
Cricket stars, like all top earners, are also liable to pay income tax. According to a report from Times of India, top-earning cricketers pay around 30% tax on their income.
So let’s calculate:
30% of Rs. 27 crore = Rs. 8.1 crore (approximate tax)
Net take-home salary = Rs. 27 crore – Rs. 8.1 crore = Rs. 18.9 crore
Now divide the post-tax amount by 14 matches:
Rs.18.9 crore ÷ 14 = Rs.1.35 crore per match (after tax)
So even after tax, Pant is taking home around Rs.1.35 crore per match, which is still a huge number.
BCCI Adds More to the Kitty – Match Bonus for Players
For the 2025 season, BCCI made a significant change. To ensure players across franchises are rewarded directly by the board, every player gets a match bonus of Rs.7.5 lakh per game, regardless of their team.
Assuming Pant plays all 14 matches:
Rs.7.5 lakh × 14 = Rs.1.05 crore extra income
So per match, add Rs.7.5 lakh to the Rs.1.35 crore he’s already earning from LSG. That takes his total per match earnings to over Rs.1.42 crore (rounded).
But wait, let’s also check what happens if we calculate his full gross earnings from both sources.
Total Gross Earnings Including BCCI Match Bonus
Let’s say Pant plays 14 matches in IPL 2025.
- LSG Salary = Rs.27 crore
- BCCI Bonus = Rs.1.05 crore
- Total Gross = Rs.28.05 crore
Now divide by 14 matches:
Rs.28.05 crore ÷ 14 = Rs.2 crore (approximate)
Yes, Pant is earning more than Rs.2 crore per match in IPL 2025, combining both franchise and BCCI payouts.
Fans Talk Batting, Owners Talk ROI – Has He Justified the Price?
While Rishabh Pant is bagging top money this season, his performance on the field hasn’t matched up so far. In the first three matches of IPL 2025:
- 0 runs vs Delhi Capitals
- 15 runs vs Sunrisers Hyderabad
- 2 runs vs Punjab Kings
In total, just 17 runs in 3 matches — not what fans or LSG owners expected after a record signing.
But cricket is a long tournament. With Pant returning after a long injury break, his fans and team management are still hopeful of a big turnaround. His next game, scheduled against Mumbai Indians on April 4, could be crucial not just for points but also for his confidence.
The Viral Side of Pant – More Than Just Numbers
Even though his runs are missing, Rishabh Pant is still trending after every match—thanks to viral photos with LSG owner Sanjeev Goenka, post-match conversations, and his return to captaincy after injury. His mere presence adds immense commercial value to the team.
A Look at Pant’s IPL Career Stats So Far
While his IPL 2025 numbers are underwhelming, Rishabh Pant’s career stats still prove he’s a match-winner:
- Matches Played: 114
- Runs Scored: 3,301
- Average: 34.38
- Strike Rate: 147.96
- Fours: 296
- Sixes: 155
These are elite numbers, and one or two good innings could turn the tide in his favour.
