Top 10 active Indian cricketers with most followers on Instagram
Indian cricketers boast a massive fan following on social media platforms.
In the modern-day digital world, social media platforms have become a valuable tool for all cricketers and especially Indian cricketers to connect with their fans across the globe.
Among these social media platforms, most Indian cricketers use Instagram as a preferred medium to socialise and interact with their fans across the world. They keep their followers updated about their well-being and activities regularly through their posts and Instagram stories.
In this article, we will explore the top 10 active Indian cricketers with the highest Instagram following.
Active Indian cricketers with the most Instagram followers:
10. Shreyas Iyer – 11.5 million
Middle-order batter Shreyas Iyer has a hefty fan-following on Instagram. His Instagram posts are often about brand endorsements, photoshoots, training videos, and his luxury lifestyle. Iyer boasts a following of 11.5 million on Instagram.
9. Rishabh Pant – 13.6 million
Wicket-keeper batter Rishabh Pant is loved by millions of fans for his aggressive batting and his jolly nature on the field. Apart from his explosive batting, Pant’s relaxed and calm demenor has earned him the adoration from the fans around the world.
Talking about Instagram, Pant has 13.6 million followers. Pant’s Instagram life is mostly about sharing personal moments, achievements, travel, reels and endorsements.
8. Shubman Gill – 14.9 million
India’s young sensation Shubman Gill is one of the most popular Indian cricketers on social media. Gill, one of India’s rising stars, is popular for his charming personality, other than his stylish batsmanship.
Shubman Gill has 14.9 million followers on Instagram.
7. Mohammed Shami – 15.4 million
Veteran seamer Mohammed Shami is one of the best fast bowlers in the world. The right-arm speedster was the highest wicket-taker in the ICC ODI World Cup 2023.
Talking about Instagram, Shami has a fanbase of 15.4 million followers. Shami’s Instagram account is filled with photos and videos of his travel and gym life, while he also does brand promotions regularly.
6. Suryakumar Yadav – 16.6 million
Known for his stylish strokeplay in the shortest format, Suryakumar Yadav is one of the most adored Indian cricketers. Suryakumar was at the top of the ICC T20I batting rankings for a significant period of time. His catch of David Miller in the last over of the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 final is etched in Indian cricket’s history.
With a charming smile and a cool persona, Suryakumar boasts a massive Instagram fan following of 16.6 million.
5. Jasprit Bumrah – 17.9 million
Indian spearhead pacer Jasprit Bumrah is arguably the best all-format fast bowler of his generation. Already a legend in Indian cricket, Bumrah has produced many match-winning performances for his country and his Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise, Mumbai Indians. Bumrah was named the Player of the Tournament at the ICC T20 World Cup 2024.
The speedster is respected by cricket fans in the world. On Instagram, Bumrah has 17.9 million followers. His Instagram feed consists of posts of his family, brand endorsements, photoshoots, and many more.
4. KL Rahul – 20.9 million
KL Rahul is regarded as one of the most talented batters in Indian cricket. The right-handed batter has the ability to adapt to all conditions and score runs with elegance.
Rahul’s Instagram account offers a glimpse into his personal and professional life. The stylish cricketer has a huge fan-following of 20.9 million on Instagram.
3. Hardik Pandya – 35 million
Hardik Pandya is one India’s best all-rounders in white-ball cricket. The all-rounder played a vital role in helping India lift the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 trophy.
Off the field, Hardik is known for his luxurious lifestyle. The all-rounder actively posts on Instagram about his personal and professional routines. Hardik has a massive fanbase of 35 million followers on Instagram.
2. Rohit Sharma – 41.8 million
The ICC T20 World Cup 2024-winning skipper, Rohit Sharma, is one of the best all-format openers in the world right now. Rohit is known for his positive approach as a batsman and his winning mentality as a captain.
Off the field, Rohit is adored by the fans for his hilarious personality. The legendary opener has a staggering 41.8 million Instagram followers.
1. Virat Kohli – 270 million
With 270 million Instagram followers, former captain Virat Kohli is the most followed Indian cricketer on Instagram. In fact, he is the most followed Asian personality on Instagram!
Kohli is one of the most famous sporting icons across the globe. His followers not only admire Kohli’s cricketing feats but also follow his fitness routines and fashion lifestyle.
Kohli frequently endorses brands, and also posts pictures and videos of his family and friends.
(List updated till 28th September, 2024)
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