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Virender Sehwag also known as the "Nawab of Najafgarh", enjoys a lavish life even after his retirement. The net worth for the year 2025 of Virender Sehwag is estimated at $42 million, which amounts to around ₹350 crores. He ranks among the richest cricket players in the world. He earns money from endorsements, commentary, investments, and entrepreneurial business.
Income through Commentary and Social Media
He is one of the regular cricket commentators and TV pundits and thus commands a significant income from such activities. Sehwag is very popular on Twitter, famous for his wits and sharp remarks, which he uses in his tweets. He once disclosed that he generates an annual income of about ₹25 crores ($3 million) through his social media.
Apart from microblogging, Sehwag is also running his own channels on YouTube and Instagram. He posts cricket insights, humor, and societal commentary, adding to the kitty.
Sehwag has been a brand endorser since his playing days. He endorses popular brands such as Adidas, Boost, Safalta (EdTech), PolicyX.com, Fila, Samsung Mobiles, and Reebok. Sehwag reportedly charges around ₹2.9 crores ($350,000) for an annual endorsement contract. According to an estimate, he makes about ₹34 crores ($4.1 million) annually from endorsement. His endorsement contract with Karbonn Mobiles in 2010 increased the sales of that company considerably.
Investments and Entrepreneurship
A passionate advocate of education and sports, Sehwag founded the Sehwag International School in Haryana. The institution aims to nurture academic excellence while fostering state and national-level athletes. This school stands as a key pillar of his entrepreneurial ventures and a source of steady income.
Luxury Lifestyle and Expenditures
Sehwag owns a sprawling mansion in Hauz Khas, Delhi, one of the most expensive localities in the capital. This property, surrounded by greenery, provides a serene environment for his family. Additionally, Sehwag owns a luxurious one-acre farmhouse on the outskirts of Delhi.
The cricketer is an automobile enthusiast and boasts a collection of high-end cars, including a Bentley Continental Flying Spur, a BMW 5 Series, and a BMW 730 LD, which was gifted by Sachin Tendulkar.
Philanthropy and Social Contributions
Sehwag built his school on 23 acres of land offered by the Haryana government, emphasizing his dedication to education and sports development. Through his initiatives, he continues to inspire and support the younger generation in India.
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