About Deepak Chahar
Deepak Chahar is an Indian bowler who plays for Mumbai Indians in IPL 2026. MI retained him for ₹9.25 crore.
His IPL pay has moved from ₹10 lakh in 2016 (Rising Pune Supergiants) to ₹9.25 crore in 2026. Across the seasons listed below, his IPL contracts add up to about ₹35.9 crore.
Since making his IPL debut for Rising Pune Supergiants against Delhi Daredevils on 17 May 2016, he has played 103 IPL matches, scoring 142 runs and taking 96 wickets.
Notable Achievements of Deepak Chahar in IPL
- IPL champion 3 times (2018, 2021, 2023): won the title with Chennai Super Kings.
- Best bowling: 4/13 against Punjab Kings in 2021.
- Best bowling season: 22 wickets in 2019.
- Player of the Match: 2 awards in the IPL.
- 103 IPL matches: one of the most experienced players in the league.
How Deepak Chahar’s Salary Compares at MI
Deepak Chahar is the 6th highest-paid player in the 29-man MI squad, taking about 7.3% of the team’s total player spend. The average MI player earns about ₹4.36 crore in IPL 2026. In 2025 he earned ₹9.25 crore.