By Chirag
March 26, 2026
Ajinkya Rahane has the lowest salary among the captains. Kolkata Knight Riders paid ₹1.5 crore for him.
Riyan Parag will lead Rajasthan Royals this season. The franchise spent ₹14 crore to retain him.
Rajat Patidar was named the captain of Royal Challengers Bengaluru for the Indian Premier League 2025 season and earns a salary of ₹11 crore.
Hardik Pandya is the captain of Mumbai Indians and earns ₹16.35 crore per season.
All-rounder Axar Patel was bought by Delhi Capitals for ₹16.50 crore.
Shubman Gill, the captain of Gujarat Titans for the Indian Premier League 2025 and 2026 seasons, is set to earn a salary of ₹16.5 crore for the IPL 2026 season.
Sunrisers Hyderabad captain Pat Cummins and Chennai Super Kings skipper Ruturaj Gaikwad have each received ₹18 crore for the 19th season.
Shreyas Iyer is the second most expensive captain. Punjab Kings paid ₹26.75 crore to acquire him.
Lucknow Super Giants captain Rishabh Pant is the most expensive player in the team. The franchise paid ₹27 crore to acquire him.