Cricket Coaches/coaching has become a lucrative job in recent times. With the inception of IPL and other private cricketing leagues, cricket has seen money flow at an exorbitant level. People have realized the importance of specific cricketing skillsets and teams have brought in high performing coaches to help their players.
We at Stumpsandbails bring you a list of the highest-paid cricket coaches in the world.
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#10 Lalchand Rajput–Zimbabwe (INR 35.8 Lakhs):
Lalchand Rajput is a former Indian cricketer who played a handful of games for the country. He was the manager of the Indian team when it won the inaugural T20 World Cup in 2007. Rajput is one of the most experienced coaches going around in town in world cricket. He is currently the head of the Zimbabwe national cricket team. He is paid a handsome annual salary of INR 35.8 lakhs.
#9 Phil Simmons-West Indies (INR 64.5 Lakhs):
Phil Simmons has been in charge of the West Indies national team since October 2019. The former Caribbean allrounder has had coaching experience with Zimbabwe and Afghanistan earlier. The Windies side have been doing a fairly decent job under his reign. He is paid INR 64.5 lakhs per annum for his coaching services.
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#8 Mark Boucher-South Africa (INR 1.05 Crores):
Mark Boucher was one of the best wicket-keepers to have ever played the game. He is the only keeper to have 999 international dismissals to his credit. Boucher was appointed as South Africa’s head coach in December 2019. He is paid a whopping INR 1.05 crores per annum.
#7 Russell Domingo-Bangladesh (INR 1.29 Crores):
Bangladesh is a passionate cricket playing nation. They expect nothing less than a victory every time their side plays an international game. Their coach Russell Domingo has his task cut out whenever his troops get down to play a game. Domingo is paid INR 1.29 crores annually for his coaching duties.
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#6 Gary Stead-New Zealand (INR 1.73 Crores):
The black caps are always known to punch above their weight and their coach, Gary Stead is expected to take the New Zealand team to greener pastures. He is paid a stupendous INR 1.73 crores annually for his coaching expertise.
#5 Misbah-ul-Haq-Pakistan (INR 1.79 Crores):
Misbah-ul-Haq was one of the best captains Pakistan ever had. He took on the mantle of coaching the Pakistan cricket team in September 2019. Misbah-ul-Haq continues to be an inspirational coach too. He draws a mind-numbing INR 1.79 crores annually as the head coach.
#4 Mickey Arthur-Sri Lanka (INR 3.44 Crores):
Mickey Arthur is regarded as one of the strictest disciplinarians in the game. He is a coach of high repute and brings with him a wide array of experience. Arthur is currently the head coach of the Sri Lankan national team. He draws a handsome package of INR 3.44 crores annually.
#3 Chris Silverwood-England (INR 3.65 Crores):
Chris Silverwood has huge boots to fill as he replaces World Cup-winning England coach, Trevor Bayliss. He is paid a whopping sum of INR 3.65 crores annually.
#2 Justin Langer-Australia (INR 4.6-5 Crores):
Justin Langer took over the reins of Australian cricket when it was at its lowest. He quickly transformed them into a champion team. He is paid handsomely as he receives an annual pay cheque of INR 4.6-5 crores approximately.
#1 Ravi Shastri-India (INR 9.5-10 Crores):
Easily the highest-paid coach in the entire world is none other than Ravi Shastri. He serves as the head coach of the men in blue. Shastri draws a wholesome package of INR 9.5-10 crores annually for his services.
