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Sunil Chhetri net worth: From coming out of retirement to sporting Indian colors again, the face of Indian football Sunil Chhetri has once more proved his undying love for the game.
Regarded as one of the finest footballers in the country, Chhetri’s skills, hardwork, and leadership has inspired many for generations. Besides winning the hearts of millions, he has built a successful career over the years which is quite evident from his staggering net worth.
Chhetri is a brand in India and demand for him is there across club and national team, which he endorses, owing to his unparalleled hardwork. This piece will delve into his wealth, income sources and how the legendary Indian footballer still impacts the game after announcing his return from retirement.
Who is Sunil Chhetri?
Sunil Chhetri is a professional football player and the captain of the Indian national team. He is one of the most popular sports personalities of India and the all-time top goal scorer. Born on 3rd August 1984, Chhetri is known for his speed, leadership, and goal-scoring abilities. He has played for clubs like Bengaluru FC and other clubs across different countries.
He was awarded Padma Shri and Khel Ratna, among countless other honors, and has had profound impacts on the growth of Indian football. The fierce passion that he brings into the game is what makes him a true legend of Indian sports and his promise is that of a continuing inspiration to budding footballers.
Sunil Chhetri's Family
Sunil Chhetri comes from a family deeply embedded in sports. His father K.B. Chhetri was an Indian army footballer and his mother Sushilla Chhetri, along with his aunt, played for the Nepal women's national football team.
Sunil married Sonam Bhattacharya in 2017 after dating her for many years. They make a stunning pair as Sunam is the daughter of the well-known Indian football player Subrata Bhattacharya.
Though Indian’s wild passion for football might come as a surprise to some, one glance at Chhetri’s family, Chhetri hardly needing to gather motivation to become the best Indian player there has ever been.
Sunil Chhetri's Educational Qualification
Education wise Sunil first attended the Baha’i school which is located in Gangtok before moving to the prestigious Loyola school in Kolkata.
He completed his graduate studies at Asutosh College in Kolkata, West Bengal. He starred in football at both school and college level. He is known as Captain Fantastic for being such a great leader.
Sunil Chhetri's career
Something remarkable takes place on the pitch in New Delhi - Shunil Chhetri's football journey started with playing on the streets of Delhi. In the professional realm, he commenced with Mohun Bagan. Chhetri made his professional debut in 2001 with the City Club Delhi and since then Captained the Indian national team and have led the team to many victories.
Chhetri marked his maiden national goal after playing for 19 years for India in 2005. He has since gone on to score over 80 goals, making him one of the highest goal scorers in the world. Sunil has an impressive scoring record and earned the AIFF Player of the Year award six times.
Chhetri's scoring abilities highlight his leadership and commanding skill on the pitch. He has become a global icon for Indian football and ventured into several endorsement deals, substantially increasing the recognition of Indian football around the globe.
Sunil Chhetri's net worth
Sources from SportsAdda estimate Chhetri’s net worth to be INRs 8 crores ($1 million) in 2024 His salary, endorsements, and commercial ventures since have helped him achieve this figure.
The winner of the 2018-19 Indian Super League will earn an estimated 5 Crores annually, including a 1.5 Crore deal with Bengaluru FC. However, most of his earnings come from various endorsements. Chhetri endorses numerous brands such as Puma, Iodex, Tata Motors, Pepsi, and many more.
In 2019, the captain of the Indian football team signed a three year contract with Puma. Later in 2020, he became the ambassador of Twelfth Man, a fantasy football gaming platform.
Sunil Chhetri Car Collection
Alongside his stunning car collection, Chhetri owns a lavish house in Bangalore worth approximately 3 Crores. The luxurious property boasts modern features such as a spacious living room, dining area, a kitchen, a family room, a theatre, a gym, and a garden with a swimming poll and barbeque area.
His collection includes an Audi A6 worth 56 Lakh, a Toyota Fortuner worth 47 Lakh, a KIA Seltos worth 16 Lakh, and Mahindra Scorpio worth 14 Lakh.
Sunil Chhetri steps back from retirement
AIFF announced on Thursday the news of Indian football veteran Sunil Chhetri coming out of retirement to aid India during the next international window which starts March 2025.
Chhetri has been named alongside 25 other players for the March FIFA international window, and he is set to make his comeback in Indian colours on March 25 when he faces Bangladesh in the third round of the AFC Asian Cup 2027 qualifiers. This was announced by Coach Manolo Marquez.
Chhetri, who is India’s all-time leading scorer, confirmed in June of last year that he would be stepping away from international football after the country’s goalless draw with Kuwait during the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualification rounds.
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