Among all IPL teams, Chennai Super Kings (CSK) stands tall as the most loyal fanbase. They are called the “Yellow Brigade,” and their unmatched popularity comes from their consistent performances, iconic leadership under MS Dhoni, and a record five IPL championships (2010, 2011, 2018, 2021, and 2023). They dominate both the field and social media, with over 13.6 million Instagram followers and strong numbers on Twitter and YouTube.
Close behind, The Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) may not have a title yet, but their huge fan base is led by cricketing superstars like Virat Kohli and former player AB de Villiers, Rajat Patidar, Glenn Maxwell, Chris Gayle. They are one of the highest-ranking teams in social media engagement and loyal support despite their title drought.
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The Mumbai Indians (MI) boast an equally passionate fan following. With five titles of their own, their roster includes top-tier players like Rohit Sharma and Jasprit Bumrah, Surya Kumar Yadav, Hardik Pandya, Tilak Verma, solidifying their place as a fan favorite. Their social media presence rivals CSK, showing MI’s enduring appeal.
Other teams include Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), which have won two titles in the IPL, and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), which won the title in 2016. The new teams such as Gujarat Titans (GT) and Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) are also finding their niches and prove that the success of the team and the charm of players significantly contribute to fan base creation.
CSK’s unique cocktail of victory, glamour, and consistency maintains them at the very core of IPL fans’ hearts, ready to come out and rally with millions each season.