7. Handre Pollard – £1.94 million ($2.7 million)
The only South African in the top 10, Handre Pollard, rose to prominence when he left the Bulls for Montpellier. Pollard, who is rumored to earn around R15 million a season with Leicester Tigers, has financial muscle.
6. Beau Ryan – £7.72 million ($10 million)
Beau Ryan’s career from rugby league to television presenter was very lucrative. Ryan’s financial success is no joke, with rumors swirling around his net worth of nearly R200 million.
5. Mike Tindall – £9.98 million ($13 million)
Mike Tindall, a member of the 2003 Rugby World Cup winning team, has faced his fair share of challenges off the field as well. Despite his legal troubles, his net worth is a whopping £9.98 million.
4. Jonny Wilkinson – £20.9m ($29m)
Jonny Wilkinson’s iconic drop goal that won the Rugby World Cup in 2003 led to a fortune. The second richest Rugby World Cup winner, Wilkinson’s financial success is a testament to his talent on the field.
