Kapil Dev Net Worth 2024: Biography, Early Life, Awards

Do you know who Kapil Dev is? Kapil Dev is the most famous former cricketer who has more than a $30 million net worth. Let’s discuss further the net worth, salary, career and biography of Kapil Dev.

Kapil Dev is the most respected cricketer in this world who is named among the greatest successful captains of India. Under his captaincy in 1983, India became the 1st ICC cricket world cup champion. He played the great role of an all-rounder in the India national team. He is called a Haryana Hurricane by his fans and followers. He has the talent to do all the work apart from cricket. He also has a personal company and hotels, which made him rich.

In addition, his popularity and fan base have made him the most sought-after player for brand endorsements. As a TV presenter, commentator, public appearances and player, he gained much popularity and earned a lot of money in his life. It is the main reason behind his wealthy and successful career. But there are loads of questions in everybody’s mind nowadays. What is the exact net worth of Kapil Dev? How much does he earn from his career? So this article will give all the answers accordingly that will clear all the doubts.

Kapil Dev Net Worth in 2024

Nowadays, the net worth of Kapil Dev is estimated to be roughly $30 million. He earned more than 10 crores as a commentator, public appearances and TV presenter. He is also involved with different health and sports academics which helps to increase his net worth. Also, he owns a company named Dev Musco Lighting Pvt.Ltd, which makes him rich day by day.

Here is the history of Kapil Dev’s net worth over the last few years.

Net worth in 2024	$31 million
Net worth in 2023	$ 30 million
Net worth in 2022	$ 30 million
Net worth in 2021	$ 28 million
Net worth in 2020	$ 20 million
Net worth in 2019	$ 15 million
Net worth in 2018	$ 12 million

Kapil Dev’s Biography

Real Name	Kapil Dev Ramlal Nikhanj
Nickname	Kapil Dev
Date of Birth and Place	January 6, 1959, Chandigarh
Nationality	Indian
Height	1.83 m
Father	Ram Lal Nikhanj
Mother	Raj Kumari Lajwanti
Spouse	Romi Bhatia
Kids	1
Name of kid	Amia Dev (Daughter)
Source of wealth	Cricketer
Net worth	$ 30 million

Early Life

Kapil Dev was born in India on January 6 1959. His father is from Montgomery, while his mother is from Okara. Kapil Dev completed his education at DAV school. From an earlier age, he focused on his cricket career. He participated in competitions several times. Kapil Dev always won contests and prizes. After that, Kapil Dev began his career.

Kapil Dev Career

Kapil Dev made his debut in 1978 against Pakistan. From 1999 to 2000, Kapil Dev coached India’s national cricket team and was inducted into the ICC cricket hall of fame. Kapil Dev also appeared in many Bollywood movies like appearances in Dillagi, Iqbal and Chain Khuli Ki Main Khuli. Apart from his cricket, Kapil Dev also endorses many brands.

Kapil Dev has a sponsorship arrangement with many firms like Palmolive, AIPL ABRO and Boost. Plus, Kapil Dev promotes several products and advertisements. He was also the only Asian member of the Laureus foundation. He owns a hotel franchise named Kaptain’s retreat hotel. He also founded the Khushii with the goal of changing children’s lives through education.

Awards and Honours

1980	Arjuna award
1982	Padma Shri
1991	Padma Bhushan
2002	Wisden Indian cricketer of the century
2010	ICC cricket hall of fame
2013	CK Nayudu lifetime achievement

Kapil Dev Personal Life

Kapil Dev was married to Romi Bhatia in 1980. Then they were blessed with a daughter named Amia Dev. They are living a happy married life with all the facilities.

Key facts

Kapil Dev holds the youngest cricketer record
to have taken more than 200 wickets in test cricket.
Kapil Dev was the highest wicket-taker in 1994, and he was the only person who took 400 wickets.
He scored a maiden century against Delhi in the 1980 season.
Kapil Dev is the only Indian cricketer to take 5000 runs.

Final Words

It can be concluded that Kapil Dev is an amazing cricketer who gained much fame and today he is among the richest cricketers in the world.. He is the highest wicket-taker who made the record with his own talent. He got everyone’s hearts with his own performances. His net worth and popularity are increasing very fast day by day. Due to his increasing net worth, he is the wealthiest man nowadays.