Most influential athletes on Instagram in 2025: Ronaldo, Messi and Virat Kohli dominate the global stage
Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, and Virat Kohli are Instagram's reigning athletic titans, transforming the platform into a global fan hub by September 2025. Ronaldo leads with 664.9 million followers, followed by Messi's 506.7 million. India's own Virat Kohli stands out as Asia's top cricketer with 273 million followers, showcasing cricket's massive digital reach and their collective influence beyond sports.
Cristiano Ronaldo, Lionel Messi, and Virat Kohli are Instagram's reigning athletic titans, transforming the platform into a global fan hub by September 2025. Ronaldo leads with 664.9 million followers, followed by Messi's 506.7 million. India's own Virat Kohli stands out as Asia's top cricketer with 273 million followers, showcasing cricket's massive digital reach and their collective influence beyond sports.
