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Australia's former captain Ricky Ponting, and current coach, has a net worth of a cool $75 million (or maybe $70 million depending on the source), making him one of the richest legends in cricket. Ricky Ponting net worth is the result of a successful mix of playing superstardom, endorsements, coaching, and smart investments. Here is a further breakdown of his playing journey and money sources.
Through Ponting's 17-year international cricket career (1995–2013), he scored over 27,000 runs and became Australia's highest scorer in Tests and ODIs. He captained the Australian team to win two World Cups (2003, 2007) and was able to achieve the record for the most international wins as Captain (220). Ponting also had tremendous success leading Australia during their "golden era," which included a 16-match winning streak in Tests. Reports regularly include him in its TopFive Test batsmen of all time, and his attacking play has changed the way the game is played today.
When Ponting retired from cricket, he quickly went in to coaching and the media. He led the Mumbai Indians to an IPL title in 2015, restored the Delhi Capitals (2018-2024), and is now guiding the Punjab Kings (IPL) and Washington Freedom (MLC). His coaching role in these two teams demonstrates his global appeal. Ponting is also involved with Channel 7 as a commentator and for ICC events, guaranteeing him a stable secondary income. Cricket industry experts are suggesting that his coaching income is over $1 million per annum, still a strong income for any coach.
Ponting's marketability continues with brands such as Adidas, Kookaburra, Rexona and Valvoline. He is an authentic and credible cricket personality so becomes an attractive choice for a brand ambassador. Reports suggest he receives over $500,000 from endorsements a year. He also co-owns a wine label called Ponting Wines taking advantage of the Australian viticulture boom.
Ponting is a savvy investor, whose property portfolio shows strategy and foresight. He bought a heritage estate in Brighton, for AUD 9.25 million in 2013 and sold it ten years later for AUD 15.3 million. He bought his current Toorak mansion in 2023 for AUD 20.75 million. This mansion is luxurious, with custom architecture and great open areas. He also has a holiday home in Portsea (purchased in 2019) that rounds out his AUD 40 million property empire.
Ponting's influence extends beyond stats. As a mentor, he's shaped talents like Delhi's Rishabh Pant and Australia's current Test squad. His autobiography At the Close of Play and philanthropic work with the Ponting Foundation, supporting cancer-affected families, underscore his multifaceted impact.
In 2025, Ponting remains a towering figure in cricket—proof that brilliance on the field, paired with business acumen, can forge an enduring legacy. As he often says, "Success is about adapting," a mantra he's lived both as a player and entrepreneur.
