10 Cricketers with Most Instagram Followers
Cricket's Most Popular Men
With cricket being the second-most watched sport around the world, cricketers are expected to command massive following across social media platforms. While Virat Kohli is way ahead of the current lot with over 250 million Instagram followers, others like Sachin Tendulkar, MS Dhoni and Rohit Sharma also feature on this list.
Yuvraj Singh
Ex-India all-rounder Yuvraj Singh boasts 20.9 million Instagram followers, maintaining his status as one of India’s most influential sporting icons years after his retirement. His feed is a blend of highlights from his 2007 and 2011 World Cup triumphs, and moments with Team India students like Abhishek Sharma and Shubman Gill.
Jasprit Bumrah
Jasprit Bumrah has a massive Instagram following of 22.2 million, where his profile reflects his status as the world's premier all-format fast bowler. His feed is a blend of match highlights, intense fitness regimes, and charming personal moments with his wife, Sanjana Ganesan, often featuring lighthearted banter between the two.
KL Rahul
KL Rahul most recently acquired 24 million Instagram followers, curating a feed that reflects his reputation as one of India's most stylish athletes. His profile seamlessly blends high-fashion street-wear shoots with candid family moments alongside his wife, Athiya Shetty, and recent updates from his domestic resurgence with Karnataka.
Suresh Raina
Suresh Raina commands a massive following of 27.2 million on Instagram, as he continues to be one of the most beloved figures from Chennai Super Kings. His profile is a vibrant mix of culinary adventures at his restaurant, heartwarming family moments with his wife and children, and his active role as a commentator and expert.
Ab de Villiers
The only overseas player to find his name on this list, South African legend AB de Villiers has a massive Instagram following of 29.1 million. He continues to engage his global fanbase through a mix of family life, philanthropic work, and expert cricket analysis, with his recent feed consisting of his advocacy for sustainability in sports.
Hardik Pandya
Hardik Pandya has a staggering 45.1 million Instagram followers, solidifying his position as one of the most followed cricketers globally. His feed is a high-octane mix of luxury lifestyle, featuring his ₹100 crore watch collection and private jets, while his recent tattoo dedicated to his partner, Mahieka Sharma, is going insanely viral.
Rohit Sharma
Former Indian captain Rohit Sharma commands a powerful presence on Instagram with 45.9 million followers, where he is celebrated as the 'Hitman' of Indian cricket. His profile offers a glimpse into his life as a family man, alongside highlights from his captaincy journey and his passionate advocacy for rhino conservation.
MS Dhoni
Despite his minimal social activity, MS Dhoni commands a powerful Instagram presence with 49.7 million followers. His profile is quite unique, featuring only 111 posts that range from his 2020 retirement announcement to glimpses of his life at his Ranchi farmhouse, often featuring his vintage bike collection or daughter, Ziva.
Sachin Tendulkar
Second on this elite list, Sachin Tendulkar has a majestic Instagram presence with 51.4 million followers, affectionately regarded as the 'God of Cricket'. His feed features glimpses of his family life, his 'Tendulkar Foundation' work, and his recent posts inviting Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to his son's upcoming wedding.
Virat Kohli
Standing on top of the list, Virat Kohli has a staggering 274 million Instagram followers, the most for any cricketer or individual from Asia. His feed is a powerhouse of engagement, featuring a mix of high-intensity training, his 2024 T20 World Cup victory celebration, and lovely moments with wife Anushka Sharma and children.
