How Much Did Glenn Maxwell Earn From IPL? Year-by-Year Salary From RCB, Punjab Kings, DC & MI

The news is official: Glenn Maxwell, the "Big Show," has decided to opt out of the IPL 2026 auction, effectively ending his colourful 13-year journey in the Indian Premier League. As one of the league's most marketable overseas stars and a perennial headline-maker in the IPL auction, his career was a whirlwind of sixes, dramatic catches, and colossal paychecks. But beyond the fireworks, what was the true financial legacy of the Australian all-rounder? Which franchise got the best value for money, and how much did Glenn Maxwell earn from IPL in total?

Akash Kharade | Dec 02, 2025, 12:39 PM IST

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1. Total IPL Career Earnings: A Colossal Sum

Over his 13-year IPL journey (2012–2025), Glenn Maxwell's total IPL income is approximately ₹101.58 Crore. This massive figure underscores his status as one of the highest-paid overseas cricketers in IPL history. (Photo Credit - X)

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2. The Big Payday: RCB's Record Acquisition

Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) made the most substantial investment, paying a staggering ₹14.25 Crore in the IPL 2021 auction. This marked his highest-ever single-season salary, making him a cornerstone of the RCB lineup for four seasons.(Photo Credit - X)

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3. The 2014 Kings XI Punjab Masterclass

His legendary 2014 season—amassing 552 runs at a phenomenal 187.75 strike rate—was arguably his best IPL performance. Kings XI Punjab (now PBKS) paid ₹6 Crore, making it the league's ultimate value-for-money signing that year.(Photo Credit - X)

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4. The Four-Team Franchise Rollercoaster

Maxwell's IPL career involved four franchises: Delhi Capitals (DD), Mumbai Indians (MI), Punjab Kings (PBKS/KXIP), and Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). This demonstrates the high demand for a destructive T20 all-rounder.(Photo Credit - X)

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5. Most Consistent Spender: Royal Challengers Bangalore

RCB secured Maxwell for four consecutive seasons (2021-2024), spending a whopping ₹47.25 Crore in total. They banked on his explosive potential, offering him consistent mega-contracts until his final full season.(Photo Credit - X)

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6. Kings XI Punjab’s ₹30 Crore Faith

Punjab Kings retained him for the longest stretch (2014-2017) and later re-acquired him in 2020 and 2025, spending a total of ₹30.95 Crore. They showed enduring faith, despite fluctuating returns, securing him for his debut and final seasons.(Photo Credit - X)

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7. The Highest Price Acquisition: Mumbai Indians in 2013

In the 2013 auction, Mumbai Indians made a headline-grabbing move, paying ₹5.33 Crore (approx. $1 million) for the relatively unproven Maxwell, who was then the most expensive IPL buy.(Photo Credit - X)

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8. The Debut and the Dip: Delhi Capitals' Initial Bet

Delhi Capitals (DD) introduced him to the IPL, paying his base price of ₹1.05 Crore in 2012. They re-signed him in 2018 for ₹9 Crore, showcasing the market's rising value for the 'Big Show'.(Photo Credit - X)

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9. 2023: The Apex of His RCB Years

The 2023 season was Maxwell's most fruitful with RCB, where he scored 400 runs at an astonishing 183.49 strike rate. Retained for ₹11 Crore, this performance justified RCB's high-stakes retention decision.(Photo Credit - X)

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10. The Final Auction Price: A ₹4.2 Crore Paycut

His final contract came in the IPL 2025 auction, where Punjab Kings picked him up for a significantly reduced ₹4.2 Crore. This reflected his injury-hit and modest run of scores leading up to his IPL retirement announcement.(Photo Credit - X)

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