The Six Nations is home to some of the biggest names in world rugby \u2014 and with that star power comes serious money. <\/p>\n
From legendary captains to global superstars, the tournament features players earning staggering salaries at club level.<\/p>\n
Watch the Guinness Six Nations at your local\u00a0Greene King sports pub<\/a>.<\/p>\n With rugby\u2019s popularity continuing to grow, the highest-paid Six Nations players are now commanding contracts worth hundreds of thousands \u2014 and in some cases, millions \u2014 per year.<\/p>\n So, who are the richest stars lighting up the championship in 2025? Here\u2019s a look at the top earners across the Six Nations.<\/p>\n Join RUCK\u2019s Instagram broadcast channel <\/a>and get the latest rugby news straight to your phone.<\/p>\n 3. Maro Itoje \u2013 \u00a3800,000<\/p>\n Club:\u00a0Saracens (England) One of the most complete forwards in world rugby, Maro Itoje is firmly among the\u00a0highest-paid players in the Six Nations\u00a0right now, earning around\u00a0\u00a3800,000 per year.<\/p>\n A modern lock in every sense, Itoje combines relentless work rate with elite athleticism, lineout dominance, and a constant presence at the breakdown.<\/p>\n Widely seen as one of England\u2019s most influential forwards of the professional era, his value goes far beyond the stats sheet \u2014 he\u2019s a leader, a disruptor, and a proven big-game performer on the biggest stage.<\/p>\n With overseas clubs always circling, a future move abroad could easily see Itoje climb even higher up the list of rugby\u2019s top earners.<\/p>\n CONTINUES ON PAGE\u00a0TWO<\/a><\/p>\n Like this:<\/p>\n Like Loading…<\/p>\n
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