There are many elite athletes, those who have a very huge following on social media and especially on Instagram. Today we will be discussing the list of top 5 most followed athletes on Instagram in 2024 up till now.
Top 5 Most Followed Athletes on Instagram in 2024
Cristiano Ronaldo
One of the most influential and elite athletes today in the world is Cristinao Ronaldo. He is a football player from Portugal who currently plays for Al Nassr club in Saudi Pro League. As per half of the world Cristiano Ronaldo is the best (GOAT) in the history of football. Currently, Ronaldo is followed by over 624 million people on Instagram and he is first in the list of top 5 most followed athletes on Instagram in 2024. Ronaldo’s fitness at this age still influences and inspires millions.
Lionel Messi
The other half of the world believes Lionel Messi to be the best (GOAT) player of all time. This Argentinian player is followed by more than 500 million people on Instagram. Today Lionel Messi plays for Inter Miami CF in Major League Soccer. Messi holds some of the greatest stats in the game and his playing style is unmatched. Despite being at the end of his career he is making jaws drop.
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Virat Kohli
When it comes to cricket, the only name which is echoed around the world is Virat Kohli. In the list of top 5 most followed athletes on Instagram in 2024, Virat is at 3rd position with more than 266 million people following him. Virat’s consistency, gameplay, aggression and records are unmatched. He is the only cricketer, not only from India but from around the world to have such a huge following. Currently, Virat plays for Royal Challengers Bangalore in Indian Premier League.
Neymar Jr.
This Brazilian footballer is often known as a magician. In the world of football, he is like a magician, who can deceit his opponents with tricks. On Instagram, Neymar Jr. is followed by more than 220 million people and is one of the most influential personalities in the world. Currently, he plays for Al Hilal in Saudi Pro League. Despite so many injuries in his career, Neymar always finds a way to comeback and enjoy sport. He stands 4th in the list of top 5 most followed athletes on instagram.
LeBron James
LeBron James is an American basketball player and also the most followed basketball player in the world with more than 159 million followers. In the list of top 5 most followed athletes on Instagram in 2024, LeBron is at the 5th position. LeBron has reached the finals of the championship 10 times and has won it 4 times. Currently, LeBron James plays for the Los Angeles Lakers in the NBA and is often debated to be the best (GOAT) along with Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant.
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