Tom Brady highlights Virat Kohli's Instagram popularity on football quiz show
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 23, 2026, 7:34 AM
Last updated Jun 23, 2026
During a recent appearance on ITV7 Football's Stick to Football quiz, NFL legend Tom Brady identified Virat Kohli as one of the most-followed athletes on Instagram, surprising the panel. Kohli boasts over 273 million followers, making him highly recognized globally despite cricket's lesser popularity in the U.S. Brady's mention underscores Kohli's status as a prominent sports figure. The quiz featured other sports personalities, with discussions around the top spots occupied by Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi. This recognition reflects Kohli's extensive reach and influence beyond cricket, supported by his varied social media posts.
- •Tom Brady recognized Virat Kohli's Instagram following during a quiz.
- •Kohli has over 273 million followers on the platform.
- •The quiz included discussions on various top athletes' social media popularity.
- •Brady's point highlights Kohli's global influence as a cricketer.
- 7:34 AMYahoo Sports — Virat Kohli global star: WATCH NFL legend Tom Brady correctly predicts India icon's insane Instagram popularity
"Tom Brady impressed the Stick to Football panel by correctly identifying Virat Kohli as one of the world's most-followed athletes on Instagram.
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