Three Springboks in new list of best-paid rugby players
It's always interesting to see where rugby players might rank when it comes to earnings, particularly considering how numerous Springboks continue to ply their trade overseas, while Japan remains a particularly lucrative destination.
In a comprehensive study released by DashTickets.nz , some noteworthy figures have certainly been pinpointed in a ranking of the 30 highest-paid rugby players in the world for the 2024/25 campaign.
'Their latest report is more than just a list; it's a deep dive into the evolving economics of the sport. They've uncovered the definitive earning figures, year-over-year changes, and the strategic moves that are reshaping player value and the global balance of power,' read a statement explaining the fascinating list of player incomes in rugby.
At the top of the list, the highest paid rugby players in the world for 2024/25 is France-based Englishman Owen Farrell, reportedly earning a whopping £1.2m (R29m) at Racing 92.
The report lists three Springboks: Cheslin Kolbe (Tokyo Sungoliath), Faf de Klerk (Canon Eagles) and Siya Kolisi (Sharks), in fourth, fifth and sixth respectively on £930k (R22.5m), £900k (R21.8m), £808k (R19.6).
You can read the full breakdown here
1 Owen Farrell – £1.2m2 Richie Mo'unga – £1.04m3 Finn Russell – £1m4 Cheslin Kolbe – £930k5 Faf de Klerk – £900k6 Siya Kolisi – £808k7 Dan Biggar – £800k8 Maro Itoje – £800k9 Beauden Barrett – £780k
10 Antoine Dupont – £700k
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