UFC TOP IG followers: UFC news: After Ronda Ruse and Conor McGregor redefined the definition of stardom in UFC, the MMA giant company has produced multiple household figures. The best way to determine a fighter’s popularity is by going through their PPV numbers, but that would also be accountable to the popularity of their opponents. Follow UFC News Updates with InsideSport.IN.
The other way to see it is by going through a fighter’s social media numbers. With Instagram being one of the major social media platforms, UFC stars have been close to millions of their fans. Also, Instagram appears to be a more vividly used platform than Twitter. Here’s a look at top 15 most followed UFC stars on Instagram who are actively fighting.
Conor McGregor- 45.9 Million followers
Still, the biggest name on the roster, Conor McGregor, has been out of action since his consecutive losses against Dustin Poirier in 2021. He has announced his comeback against Michael Chandler this year but is yet to come up with an official date. Meanwhile, McGregor has expanded his business empire and has taken the Proper 12 Irish whiskey to new heights, Conor McGregor will also appear in a Hollywood project with Jake Gyllenhaal soon.
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Israel Adesanya- 7 Million followers
Khabib Nurmagomedov would have snapped the second position from Israel Adesanya for his whooping 34.3 million IG followers. But since he is retired, Israel Adesanya sits in the second spot with 7 million Instagram followers. ‘Izzy’ is one of the most charismatic personalities on the roster and has been a star prospect since his debut. He will rematch Alex Pereira next at UFC 287 to reclaim his lost middleweight crown.
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Charles Oliveira- 6.3 Million followers
Despite losing his UFC lightweight belt against Islam Makhachev, Charles Oliveira holds a massive chance of reclaiming his championship status. He will face number fourth-ranked Beneil Dariush on UFC 288 next. Upon winning the show, Oliveira will be eligible for a title shot. That said, his whooping 6.3 IG followers can see a steep rise shortly.
UFC Top 15 active stars with most INSTAGRAM followers: Islam Makhachev’s IG followers are higher than Kamaru Usman and Sean O Malley, Adesanya right below Conor McGregor, CHECK UFC fighters’ INSTAGRAM followers
Jon Jones- 6.2 Million followers
The former light heavyweight champion will make his heavyweight debut at UFC 285 and go straight for the vacant belt against Ciryl Gane. Meanwhile, ‘BONES’ is no new to stardom. Having dominated the UFC world as a dominant champion, Jones’ controversial antics have also put him in the headlines. He is undoubtedly one of the most talked about fighters on the planet.
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Islam Makhachev- 5.8 Million followers
After defending his lightweight crown against Alexander Volkanovski at UFC 284, Islam Makhachev is the new face of the 155 lbs category now. However, not everyone seems pleased with his performance. The Dagestani fighter had to dig deep and take a lot of punishment to secure the win. But the UFC 284 win has clearly raised his popularity.
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Khamzat Chimaev- 4.8 Million followers
Unlike the above-mentioned names, Khamzat Chimaev didn’t need a UFC title win before touching a million followers on IG. His dominant debut and sheer activeness throughout the year made Chimaev a special prospect. He rose to stardom in a very short span of time and is now close to earning a title shot. ‘BORZ’ is still unbeaten in the UFC and has become a prominent star already.
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Dustin Poirier- 4.2 Million followers
The return of Conor McGregor against Michael Chandler can be an entertaining affair for Dustin Poirier since he beat both the fighters in their last appearances. ‘Diamond’ is one of the most prolific fighters to have never won a UFC world title. However, its still too early to wrote him off as he can have another go at the belt before retirement. With two wins over Conor McGregor, Poirier is one of the most popular MMA fighters in the world right now.
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Kamaru Usman- 3.4 Million followers
Former welterweight champion Kamaru Usman will rematch Leon Edwards for his lost title at UFC 286. With one win and a loss against Edwards, it remains to be seen whether Kamaru Usman can prove his credibility as a champion in the trilogy. That said, his outer-cage moves like appearing in Marvel’s Black Panther have already made ‘The Nigerian Nightmare’ a superstar figure.
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Max Holloway- 3.3 Million followers
Nicknamed ‘Blessed’, Max Holloway is one of the greatest featherweight fighters to ever embrace the UFC cage. Before losing the belt to Alexander Volkanovski. He tore apart the 145 lbs category. After losing against Conor McGregor in 2013, Holloway went on a 13- fight win streak and became one of the most popular stars in the UFC.
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Jorge Masvidal- 3 Million followers
‘BMF’ Jorge Masvidal rose to extreme prominence in 2019 after he knocked out Darren Till in London, scored the fastest KO in UFC history against an undefeated Ben Askren, and pummelled Nae Diaz for the BMF belt in 2019. After that, Masvidal lost his spark and has been on a downfall. However, he has become a massive cash cow in the sport and is set to return against Gilbert Burns in the co-main event of UFC 287.
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Sean O’Malley- 2.8 Million followers
‘Sugar’ O Malley has successfully grabbed attention since his Contender Series days. After earning his UFC contract through a highlight reel KO, O’Malley has been on a rise. He is currently viable in the bantamweight title picture and is close to earning a shot at gold. Meanwhile, Sean O’ Malley has also been popular outside the cage and is seen hanging around with A-listed celebrities.
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Valentina Shevchenko- 2.6 Million followers
Valentina Shevchenko, the undisputed flyweight queen will return against Alexa Grasso at UFC 285 Jones vs Gane and put his world title on the line. Having dominated the division for years, she is clearly the favorite to win. Moreover, fans always want to tune in to a Valentina Shevchenko fight since it can end in a brutal highlight reel stoppage too.
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Tony Ferguson- 2.5 Million followers
Akin to Valentina, Tony Ferguson is also a legend of the sport. However, ‘El Cucuy’ has lost his shine. Once a vicious lightweight elite, Tony Ferguson has lost all five of his last UFC fights. The losing spree that began with Justin Gaethje saw Nate Diaz submit Tony Ferguson at UFC 279. That said, Ferguson’s legacy will be unmatched as he remains one of the most known fighters all over the world.
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Paddy Pimblett- 2.5 Million followers
Paddy ‘The Baddy’ is yet to achieve anything spectacularly massive in the UFC cage, However, he brings in all the hype irrespective of anything else, which reminds many fans of a young Conor McGregor. Akin to ‘Notorious’, Pimblett found his way into the UFC after a successful stint at the Cage Warriors. While he is now setting a winning streak toward a potential title shot, Paddy Pimblett already has a strong fan base on social media.
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Amanda Ribas- 2.2 Million followers
Amanda Ribas will make her return at UFC 285 Jones vs Gane against Viviane Arajuo. It will be her first UFC PPV appearance since facing Virna Jandiroba at UFC 267. Ribas is quite active on social media and doesn’t shy from posting her personal life. It has gained her immense fame as he is currently one of the most followed female fighters on Instagram.
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Justin Gaethje- 1.7 Million followers
‘The Highlight’ Justin Gaethje is undoubtedly one of the most violent strikers in the UFC. Having fought against the likes of Tony Ferguson, Khabib Nurmagomedov Dustin Poirier amongst many more legends, Gaethje himself has become an A-listed prodigy. He is currently the number three ranked lightweight contender and can have a go at the title soon.
Below Justin Gaethje, Paulo Costa has 1.3 million followers on Instagram while Robert Whittaker has 1.2 million. Colby Covington, Alex Pereira, and Alexander Volkanovski also have million plus followers on Instagram.
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