Ellyse Perry is widely regarded as the greatest women’s cricketer of her generation. A genuine all-rounder for Australia, she has excelled with both bat and ball across formats while also commanding big salaries in the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) and Women’s Premier League (WPL).
According to SportsTiger, Perry is currently the richest women’s cricketer in the world with an estimated net worth of $14 million (₹1.22 billion). Her earnings come from international cricket contracts, WPL and WBBL salaries, and a long list of global brand endorsements.
Net worth and salaries
| Source | Earnings (INR) | Earnings (USD) |
| Net Worth | ₹1.22 billion | $14 million |
| Cricket Australia Central Contract | ₹17.47 million approx. | $200,000 |
| WBBL Salary (Sydney Sixers) | ₹8.73 million approx. | $100,000 |
| WPL Salary (RCB Women, 2023) | ₹1.7 crore | $194,663.92 |
| WPL Salary (RCB Women, 2024) | ₹1.7 crore | $194,663.92 |
Perry earns ₹50 lakh to ₹1 crore ($57,254.10–$114,508.19) per endorsement, adding substantially to her income.
WPL impact
Ellyse Perry was picked up by Royal Challengers Bengaluru for ₹1.7 crore ($194,663.92 approx.) in the inaugural WPL 2023 auction. She followed it up with a strong season, scoring 253 runs. In 2024, she elevated her game further, finishing as RCB’s top scorer with 347 runs and contributing with 7 wickets, playing a decisive role in RCB’s maiden WPL title win.
Career achievements and stats
Perry made her international debut in 2007 against New Zealand and has since become a cornerstone of Australian cricket.
Batting
| Format | Matches | Runs | Average | Highest Score | 100s | 50s |
| Tests | 14 | 930 | 58.12 | 213* | 2 | 4 |
| ODIs | 155 | 4187 | 48.68 | 112* | 3 | 35 |
| T20Is | 168 | 2173 | 31.04 | 75 | 0 | 9 |
Bowling
| Format | Matches | Wickets | Best Figures | Average | Economy |
| Tests | 14 | 39 | 6/32 | 21.82 | 2.47 |
| ODIs | 155 | 166 | 7/22 | 25.37 | 4.37 |
| T20Is | 168 | 126 | 4/12 | 18.92 | 5.84 |
Endorsements
Perry is one of the most marketable female athletes globally, working with top brands such as Jockey, Hisense, Weet-Bix, Microsoft, Hublot, L’Oréal, Adidas, Fox Sports, Commonwealth Bank, and JP Gavan. She typically charges between ₹50 lakh and ₹1 crore ($57,254.10–$114,508.19) per deal, strengthening her position as a commercial powerhouse.
Assets and lifestyle
Beyond cricket, Perry has made smart investments. She previously owned a luxury bungalow with her partner, which was sold in 2021. Her car collection includes Toyota and Lexus models, reflecting her understated but refined lifestyle.
A trailblazer in women’s cricket
Having played in a record nine Women’s T20 World Cups and setting milestones across formats, Ellyse Perry is not only a sporting legend but also a global role model. Her combination of cricketing excellence and commercial success has set new standards for women athletes worldwide, with her $14 million (₹1.22 billion) net worth only expected to rise further.
