Litton Kumer Das, one of Bangladesh’s most prominent wicketkeeper-batters, has not only delivered match-winning performances but also established himself as a financially successful athlete. As reported by Surprise Sports, as of 2025, Litton Das’s net worth is estimated at $15 million, primarily fueled by his cricket contracts and participation in global T20 leagues.
Currently the vice-captain of Bangladesh’s ODI team, Das plays a key role across all formats and has featured in multiple World Cups.
Cricket salary and franchise earnings
Litton earns a monthly salary of BDT 610,000 (approx. US$5,002) from the Bangladesh Cricket Board. In addition to this, he earns significant income from the Bangladesh Premier League (BPL) and the Indian Premier League (IPL).
| Earnings Source | Amount | Converted (approx. USD) |
| BCB Monthly Salary | BDT 610,000 | US$5,002 |
| IPL 2023 (KKR) Fee | ₹50 lakh | US$56760 |
| BPL Franchise Fee | BDT 8,000,000 | US$65,600 |
Despite playing only one IPL match in 2023 for Kolkata Knight Riders, where he scored just 4 runs, Das continues to attract interest across franchise leagues.
He has previously represented:
- Dhaka Gladiators
- Comilla Victorians
- Sylhet Sixers
- Rajshahi Royals
- Jamaica Tallawahs (CPL)
International career and achievements
Born on 13 October 1994 in Dinajpur, Bangladesh, Litton Das began his cricket journey early, playing in both the 2012 and 2014 Under-19 World Cups.
He made his senior international debuts in 2015:
- Test: June 10 vs India
- ODI: June 18 vs India
- T20I: July 5 vs South Africa
One of his standout performances came in the 2018 Asia Cup Final, where he scored a brilliant 121 off 117 balls against India, including 12 boundaries and 2 sixes.
Das holds the record for the highest individual ODI score by a Bangladeshi — a blistering 176 runs — and has built an impressive record across all three formats:
| Format | Matches | Runs | Avg | 100s/50s | Top Score | Catches/Stumpings |
| Test | 50 | 2,929 | 34.05 | 4 / 18 | 141 | 109 / 15 |
| ODI | 95 | 2,569 | 29.87 | 5 / 12 | 176 | 59 / 4 |
| T20I | 113 | 2,533 | 23.89 | 0 / 15 | 83 | 74 / 12 |
Personal life and family
Litton Das is married to Devashri Biswas Sonchita, an agriculturist based in Mirpur, Dhaka. The couple has maintained a relatively low public profile but remains popular among fans in Bangladesh.
You can follow Litton on Instagram at @litton_kumer_das, where he shares glimpses of his professional and personal life.
Conclusion
From his early days in Dinajpur to smashing records on the international stage, Litton Das has built both a respected cricket career and an impressive financial portfolio. With a mix of national duty, franchise league participation, and sponsorship deals, his earnings are expected to grow as he continues to shine in world cricket.
