Most Famous Cricketer in the world in 2024

Cricket’s ultimate superstar? Look no further than Virat Kohli. With 4 million global searches and 270M Instagram followers, this guy is a walking, talking cricket brand. From leading India to victory in the 2008 Under-19 World Cup to dominating the 2024 T20 World Cup, Kohli’s story is the stuff of legend.

Let’s talk stats. Most ODI centuries? Yep, that’s him. Second-most international tons? You bet. And just for fun, he’s also the highest run-scorer in IPL history. Oh, and that unforgettable Test series win in Australia under his captaincy? Absolute chef’s kiss.

But it’s not just about numbers. Kohli redefined leadership, taking India to the top of the rankings in all formats and clinching the ICC Test mace three years straight (2017-2019). He’s also the only Indian player to rule the No. 1 spot in ODIs, T20Is, and Tests. Talk about a triple threat.

Throw in 10 ICC awards, a few shiny trophies (including the Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy), and India’s highest sporting honors, and you’ve got a career that’s pure cricket royalty.

After calling time on his T20I run post the 2024 World Cup win, Kohli’s status is crystal clear: he’s not just a cricketer—he’s cricket’s heartbeat.

Rohit Sharma is straight-up owning 2024. Known as the Hitman for his jaw-dropping sixes, this guy’s not just smashing records—he’s smashing the ‘gram too, with 42.1 million followers. That’s superstar level right there.

As India’s captain across all formats, Sharma’s numbers are absolutely insane. Three double tons in ODIs (yep, he’s the only one), a world-record 264 in an ODI, and the most World Cup centuries ever—seven. Plus, he’s got five T20I centuries, tying for the most ever. 

2024 has been a massive year. He led India to a T20 World Cup win (his second as captain) before stepping down from T20s, and with eight Asia Cups and five IPL titles under his belt, he’s tied with MS Dhoni for the most successful IPL captain ever.

Off the pitch, Hitman is all about the good vibes, supporting animal welfare and being WWF-India’s Rhino Ambassador. 

Rohit Sharma is a global icon, and he’s only getting started.

MS Dhoni? Yeah, the guy who made cricket feel like a movie. Took India to the World Cup in 2007 after 28 years and then did it again in 2011. Also, the Champions Trophy in 2013. The only captain who’s got all three ICC trophies. That’s some serious bragging rights.

Started from Ranchi, and now he's pretty much cricket royalty. Made his debut in 2004, then took over as captain in 2007. Over 17,000 runs, 10,000+ in ODIs, and that iconic helicopter shot? Bowlers still can’t handle it.

In the IPL, he’s been nothing short of a dynasty. Five titles with Chennai Super Kings, and two Champions League T20 wins. No one does it like Dhoni. And off the field, he’s got the awards to back it up—Padma Bhushan, Padma Shri, you name it. Even the Indian Army gave him an honorary rank. Now that’s respect.

Fast forward to 2024, and MS Dhoni’s still one of the biggest names in cricket with more than 49.4 M instagram followers and 1 million + global searches. His legacy is sealed. 

When cricket fans argue over the GOAT, one name shuts down the debate—Sachin Tendulkar. 

With 107 million followers across social media (49.7M on Insta alone), Tendulkar’s influence hits different. The “Master Blaster” still owns records that make you double-check the scorecard: 100 international centuries, the first-ever ODI double ton, and more runs than anyone else in cricket history (18,426 in ODIs, 15,921 in Tests). Yeah, let that sink in.

Tendulkar’s story started like every cricket kid’s dream—picked up the bat at 11, faced Pakistan’s firepower at 16 (in Karachi, no less), and went on to boss the game for 24 years. And just when it seemed like he had everything, he checked off the ultimate box—lifting the 2011 World Cup trophy in his sixth attempt.

The accolades? They don’t stop. Bharat Ratna, Padma Shri, Wisden’s second-greatest batsman (only Bradman outranks him), and the ICC Hall of Fame (2019). Oh, and he’s still the youngest to bag India’s highest civilian award. Absolute king stuff.

But his magic isn’t just stats—it’s his humility. With a SportBoom score of 0.233, he made cricket look easy and turned it into a religion for a billion fans. 

If cricket had a superhero, it’d be AB de Villiers. Known as “Mr. 360°” (because he could literally hit the ball anywhere), AB was a walking highlight reel. 

His stats, though, are just ridiculous. Fastest ODI fifty (16 balls), century (31 balls), and 150 (62 balls). He’s also in the elite 8,000-run club in both Tests and ODIs, rocking an average above 50 in each format. Add three ICC ODI Player of the Year titles and a spot in Wisden’s cricketers of the decade—talk about big flexes.

But that’s not all. With 26.2 million Instagram followers and a fame score that screams “global icon,” AB ruled both the game and the internet. From his 2004 debut to his 2021 retirement, every moment was pure entertainment. Sure, he teased us with a possible comeback in 2020, but he eventually called it a day. Fast forward to October 2024, and AB’s been inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame.

With a SportsBoom score of 0.068, this guy was the vibe. AB de Villiers made cricket cooler, crazier, and downright unmissable. Absolute legend.

Kane Williamson? He's got it all—skills, style, and the coolest vibe in cricket. Calm on the field, deadly with the bat, and an absolute boss when it comes to leading his team. 

Check this: On February 27, 2023, Williamson broke records to become New Zealand’s all-time top scorer in Test cricket. No biggie, just casually rewriting the history books. 

He’s led the Black Caps to a World Test Championship win in 2021, plus two World Cup finals (2015 and 2019) and a T20 World Cup final in 2021. 

And that 890 Test rating in 2020? He went straight to the top, leaving legends like Steve Smith and Joe Root in the dust. Martin Crowe even said we’re witnessing “probably New Zealand’s greatest batsman ever.” High praise, no?

While he's a cricket powerhouse, Williamson doesn’t let the hype get to him. With a SportsBoom score of 0.045, he’s chilling with only around 3 million Instagram followers (compared to some other cricket celebs), but who needs numbers when you're crushing the game?

Williamson’s an icon. His legacy? Already solid. 

When you think of Aussie cricket, you gotta think Steve Smith. This guy started as a leg-spinner, but ended up becoming one of the best batsmen in Test cricket history. 

Smith’s stats are crazy. We’re talking a Test batting rating of 947, just behind Don Bradman. Yep, that’s a flex. He’s won all the major awards – ICC Cricketer of the Year, Test Player of the Year, and even snagged the ICC Test Player of the Decade. Safe to say, he’s a big deal.

He’s had his drama – remember the 2018 ball-tampering incident? He came back from that like a champ though. Since then, he’s captained Australia to some huge wins, including a 2023-24 ODI series victory over England.

With 3.6 million followers on Instagram, Smith’s still got the fans loving every bit of his journey. 

With a SportsBoom score of 0.04, Steve Smith’s the man – still owning the game and proving why Aussie cricket’s in good hands.

Ben Stokes isn’t just a cricketer—he’s the cricketer. From being the hero of England’s 2019 World Cup win to blasting his way through the 2022 T20 World Cup final, he’s got some serious game.

The all-rounder has got it all—smashes the ball to all corners, bowls with fire, and when the pressure’s on, he’s the first to step up. Remember that insane 258 against South Africa? It’s the highest score at number six in Test history. Oh, and that 2019 World Cup final? Yeah, he top-scored for England and won the Man of the Match in the Super Over. 

In February 2023, he set a record for the most sixes in a Test career, leaving his old coach Brendon McCullum in the dust. And now, he’s about to hit his 100th Test match against India in February 2024.

With a global following of 2.8 million on Instagram and a solid SportsBoom score (0.038), Stokes is a force of nature. Keep an eye on him. Ben Stokes is changing the game one match at a time.

If cricket were a party, Chris Gayle would be the DJ, the life of the party, and the guy hitting sixes out of the park—all at once. Nicknamed “The Universe Boss,” this Jamaican dynamo owned the sport. Whether it was T20s, ODIs, or Tests, Gayle turned every format into his personal playground.

Let’s talk records, shall we? He has over 14,000 T20 runs and a mind-blowing 1,000+ sixes in the format (yeah, you read that right). He’s also the only one in cricket history to score a triple hundred in Tests, a double hundred in ODIs, and a ton in T20Is. His 215 against Zimbabwe in the 2015 World Cup? Still the highest score by a left-hander in ODIs. Oh, and let’s not forget that ridiculous 175 off 66 balls in the IPL—it’s still the highest T20 score ever.

And it wasn’t just about the bat. Gayle casually picked up over 200 international wickets with his cheeky off-spin (because why not?). Add MVP awards, Orange Caps, and the sheer swag he brought to the field, and you’ve got cricket’s ultimate showman.

With 5.9M Instagram followers and a legacy that screams “iconic,” Chris Gayle is the ultimate king of cool. Long live the Universe Boss!