Four Springboks are among the top 10 highest-earning rugby players globally, though none hold the top spot. The list includes notable players like Siya Kolisi, Cheslin Kolbe, and Handre Pollard.
The top 10 richest rugby players in the world, based on their annual salaries, are:
- Finn Russell (Bath) – R23.3 million
- Cheslin Kolbe (Suntory Sungoliath) – R21.8 million
- Faf de Klerk (Yokohama Canon Eagles) – R21 million
- Siya Kolisi (Racing Metro 92) – R19.8 million
- Dan Biggar (Toulon) – R18.6 million
- Owen Farrell (Saracens) – R18.6 million
- Maro Itoje (Saracens) – R18.6 million
- Antoine Dupont (Toulouse) – R16.3 million
- Steven Luatua (Bristol Bears) – R14.5 million
- Handre Pollard (Leicester Tigers) – R14.2 million
Siya Kolisi, the South African captain who led the Springboks to World Cup victory in France, moved to the host nation post-tournament. In January 2023, Racing 92 announced the acquisition of the world-class flanker. In a statement through the club, Kolisi expressed his excitement about joining Racing 92, admiring the club’s vision and big ambitions on the field, as well as their socially impactful projects that align with his values and personal objectives.
