Shafali Verma Net Worth 2026: Salary, WPL Earnings & Brand Endorsements

Updated On: May 25, 2026

Delhi Capitals opener Shafali Verma net worth is estimated at approximately ₹12 Crore to ₹15 Crore in 2026. The majority of her wealth comes from her massive ₹2 Crore WPL contract with the Delhi Capitals, her BCCI Grade B central contract, and a growing portfolio of brand endorsements.

If you’ve ever watched Shafali Verma bat, you know she doesn’t believe in wasting time. The “Lady Sehwag” of Indian cricket treats the first over like the 20th, and it turns out, her financial growth has been just as aggressive as her cover drives.

What is Shafali Verma’s estimated net worth in 2025?

As of January 2026, Shafali Verma’s net worth is estimated between ₹12 Crore and ₹15 Crore. While match fees used to be the primary income for female cricketers, the landscape shifted dramatically with the introduction of the Women’s Premier League (WPL).

Her wealth Come from:

League Salaries
BCCI Central Contract
Endorsements
Cash Awards

New Record: 1000 WPL Runs (2026 Milestone)

On January 20, 2026, Shafali Verma etched her name in history books. Playing against the Mumbai Indians, she scored a crucial knock that took her past the 1000-run milestone in the WPL.

According to thehindu, Shafali is the youngest player to reach this landmark at just 21 years old. She is also only the second Indian cricketer (after Harmanpreet Kaur) to join the elite 1000-run club, proving her consistency alongside international legends like Meg Lanning and Nat Sciver-Brunt.

BCCI Central Contract & Salary (2024-25)

The BCCI released the list of Annual Player Retainership (Central Contracts) for the 2025-26 season (October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2026) on February 9, 2026. According to this, Shafali Verma has been placed in Grade B. She has remained in Grade B since last season. She is joined by Renuka Thakur, Richa Ghosh, and Sneh Rana in Grade B (women’s team).

The BCCI has not officially announced the salary amounts for the grades in this list, but based on previous cycle patterns and media reports, there has been no change in the structure for the women’s team (even after the removal of the A+ category):

Grade A: ₹50 lakh annually
Grade B: ₹30 lakh annually
Grade C: ₹10 lakh annually

So, Shafali Verma will receive ₹30 lakh (₹30 lakh) annually. Apart from this, match fees (Test: ₹15 lakh, ODI: ₹6 lakh, T20I: ₹3 lakh), performance bonus, WPL salary (he is with Delhi Capitals) etc. are given separately.

Women’s Premier League (WPL) Income

Here is where the numbers get serious. When the WPL auction hammer fell, it changed lives, and Shafali was right at the center of it.

She was snapped up by the Delhi Capitals for a massive sum. Shafali commands a salary of ₹2 Crore per season. Being retained at this price point makes her one of the highest-paid teenagers in the history of the sport, earning significantly more in a one-month tournament than many do in a year (source).

Brand Endorsements & Sponsorships

Brands love aggression, and they love youth. Shafali checks both boxes. Her fearless style of play makes her a marketer’s dream for brands targeting Gen Z.

She currently has endorsement deals with major players like Bank of Baroda, Hyundai, and sports equipment giant DSC (Delux Sports Company). The Haryana government appointed her as the brand ambassador for the state’s tourism department, a role that often comes with its own financial perks and government accolades (source).