Sophie Cunningham player trajectory rises with major social media surge

Sophie Cunningham, a guard for the Indiana Fever, has gained over a million social media followers in 30 days after a viral moment involving DeWanna Bonner. Her Instagram followers now total 2.6 million, surpassing several established WNBA stars but still trailing behind Caitlin Clark. This surge follows a podcast launch and her performance as a ring girl at UFC 329, indicating her growing presence in sports entertainment. Market interest in Cunningham has also increased, leading to two of the top five best-selling jerseys in the WNBA featuring her name.

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