New Delhi, AYT News | former Indian cricketer Ajay Jadeja has become wealthier than cricket icon Virat Kohli, with his net worth now soaring to approximately Rs 1,450 crore. This monumental increase in Jadeja's wealth was publicly announced during the Dussehra festival on October 12, 2024, when he was named the heir to the Jamnagar Royal Throne by Maharaja Shatrusalyasinhji Digvijaysinhji Jadeja. Jadeja, who shares deep familial ties with the royal family of Jamnagar, has been appointed as the successor to the Jam Saheb of Nawanagar. This appointment not only elevates his status but also significantly boosts his net worth, thanks to the inherited assets and responsibilities.
This inheritance has propelled Jadeja's net worth past Kohli's, who stands at around Rs 1,000 crore. Kohli, known for his cricketing prowess and numerous brand endorsements, had been the benchmark for wealth among Indian cricketers. With this royal inheritance, Jadeja's focus night shift towards fulfilling his new royal duties, potentially influencing public welfare in Jamnagar. However, his cricketing legacy and this new chapter of royalty promise a multifaceted impact on sports, entertainment, and societal contributions.