5 most loved International cricket players in India

International Cricket Players: Indians love cricket. It is considered a religion in India. And, hence the cricketers are quite popular as well. But when it comes to hardcore Indian fans, the love for the players is not just limited to the Indian national players. Since, the arrival of the Indian Premier League (IPL), the craze for international cricket players has increased massively. Fans in India are fascinated to watch big international names playing for their favorite team.

Here are the 5 most loved international cricket players in India

1. AB De Villiers

Former South African wicket-keeper batter, AB De Villiers is the most loved overseas cricketer in India. According to a Twitter report, De Villiers is the most searched sportsperson in India. When he began representing RCB in the IPL, his popularity skyrocketed. Fans went gaga over his crazy hitting abilities. Virat Kohli once mentioned that during a match against South Africa in Mumbai, the crowd went berserk seeing AB and started cheering for the Proteas. Even after he retired, he is still the most loved international cricket player in India.

2. David Warner

Australian opener, David Warner, is second on the list. His love for India is second to none. He is highly impressed with the Indian culture and stays up to date with all the current trends. Warner has posted multiple reels on Instagram, following the latest dance trends. He often calls India his second home. This gesture of Warner has touched Indian fans, and they have shown immense affection for the opener. They are often seen cheering and backing him during his IPL season.

3. Chris Gayle

The universe boss, Chris Gayle is loved all around the globe. He is literally the boss of the T20 format. His records in the short format over the years are unimaginable. The numbers are just crazy. He represented RCB for the majority of his IPL career. He holds the record for the highest individual score in IPL history. As a result, Indian fans love him. People hoard the ground just to watch this giant bat. Also, his antics on the field are loved by the people.

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