About Kuldeep Yadav
Kuldeep Yadav is an Indian bowler who plays for Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026. DC retained him for ₹13.25 crore.
His IPL pay has moved from ₹40 lakh in 2014 (Kolkata Knight Riders) to ₹13.25 crore in 2026. Across the seasons listed below, his IPL contracts add up to about ₹51.5 crore.
Since making his IPL debut for Kolkata Knight Riders against Mumbai Indians on 13 April 2016, he has played 111 IPL matches, scoring 210 runs and taking 112 wickets.
Notable Achievements of Kuldeep Yadav in IPL
- Best bowling: 4/14 against Kolkata Knight Riders in 2022.
- Best bowling season: 21 wickets in 2022.
- Player of the Match: 8 awards in the IPL.
- 111 IPL matches: one of the most experienced players in the league.
How Kuldeep Yadav’s Salary Compares at DC
Kuldeep Yadav is the 3rd highest-paid player in the 26-man DC squad, taking about 10.9% of the team’s total player spend. The average DC player earns about ₹4.69 crore in IPL 2026. In 2025 he earned ₹13.25 crore.