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List of IPL Teams with Most Social Media Followers

Ranking of IPL franchises by combined social media followers (Instagram, X/Twitter, Facebook, YouTube) as of early 2026.

12 itemsUpdated Mar 25, 2026

Social media has become a major battleground for IPL teams. Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Chennai Super Kings consistently top the charts due to passionate fan bases, star players, and engaging content. Follower counts reflect brand strength, on-field success, and digital marketing efforts.

#	Name	Strength	Followers
1	Royal Challengers Bengaluru Highest followers Massive global fan base driven by Virat Kohli, 'Play Bold' philosophy, and vibrant social media content.	Kohli effect	Highest overall
2	Chennai Super Kings Second highest Extremely loyal 'Yellow Army' with strong engagement on every platform. 'Whistle Podu' culture dominates.	Fan loyalty	Very high
3	Mumbai Indians Third Huge following due to 5 titles, Bollywood connect, and consistent success.	—	High
4	Kolkata Knight Riders Strong digital presence Bollywood ownership (Shah Rukh Khan) and passionate Kolkata fans drive high engagement.	—	High
5	Delhi Capitals Growing rapidly Young and energetic fan base with Rishabh Pant as a major draw.	—	Growing fast
6	Punjab Kings Regional + national Strong Punjab connect and aggressive branding.	—	Solid
7	Sunrisers Hyderabad South India strong Orange Army with loyal following in Telangana and Andhra.	—	Good
8	Rajasthan Royals Cult following Known for smart cricket and loyal Rajasthan fans.	—	Dedicated
9	Gujarat Titans Rapid growth since 2022 New franchise with quick rise in digital popularity.	—	Growing
10	Lucknow Super Giants Uttar Pradesh base Strong regional following in North India since debut.	—	Regional strength
11	Overall IPL Social Media Combined followers All 10 teams together cross 100+ million followers across platforms in 2026.	—	—
12	Key Drivers of Followers Star players & success Virat Kohli (RCB) and MS Dhoni (CSK) remain the biggest individual draws on social media.	—	—

This list is compiled from verified public records and reference sources. Last verified: March 25, 2026.

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