A few decades ago, cricketers could never have envisioned a platform like YouTube, where they could openly share their thoughts and connect with fans. As cricket’s popularity soared globally, players began to amass loyal fan followings. By the 1990s, the passion for the sport was growing year by year, and with the rise of social media.
10. Salman Butt
Salman Butt, a former Pakistan cricketer and national team captain, faced a ban in 2010 due to his involvement in a spot-fixing scandal. However, in recent months, he has reinvented himself and become a prominent, outspoken figure in Pakistan’s cricket scene. Now a regular on his own YouTube channel, Butt engages with his audience by addressing cricket-related queries from social media on a daily basis. Since joining YouTube on October 30, 2019, he has amassed over 59,000 subscribers, with his videos garnering more than 3 million views.
9. Kamran Akmal
Kamran Akmal is a former wicketkeeper and batsman for Pakistan. In addition to his cricketing career, he runs a YouTube channel where he shares daily updates and personal insights on the latest happenings in Pakistan cricket. Akmal continues to play in domestic competitions and T20 leagues. He launched his YouTube channel on July 18, 2020, and has since garnered over 100,000 subscribers, with his videos accumulating more than 7 million views.
8. Brad Hogg
Brad Hogg is a former Australian left-arm Chinaman bowler who actively shares his insights on cricket through his YouTube channel. Since joining on April 12, 2012, he has amassed over 100,000 subscribers and his videos have been viewed more than 7 million times. Brad discusses various cricket events, offers intriguing predictions, and engages with his audience by answering their questions.
7. Pat Cummins
Pat Cummins is a prominent fast bowler for the Australian cricket team, excelling in all formats of the game. Recently, he has ventured into YouTube, where he has quickly gained popularity as a content creator. Through his channel, which he launched on April 1, 2021, Pat shares his cricket journey by posting engaging vlogs. He has amassed over 180,000 subscribers, and his videos have collectively garnered more than 3 million views.
6. Inzamam-Ul-Haq
Inzamam-ul-Haq is a former cricketer from Pakistan, often remembered for his shy demeanor on the field. However, he comes across as quite engaging on his YouTube channel, where he effectively explains cricket concepts and shares news from the sport. Inzamam isn’t shy about expressing his opinions, offering both praise and criticism of players as he sees fit. He launched his YouTube channel on November 2, 2019, and has since amassed over 300,000 subscribers, with his videos accumulating more than 21 million views.
5. Sachin Tendulkar
Sachin Tendulkar is often referred to as the “God of Cricket” due to his remarkable records and achievements in the sport. With a keen intellect and a soothing voice, he possesses the ideal qualities for managing a YouTube channel. On his platform, he shares insights and experiences from his cricketing career, as well as techniques for mastering various cricketing shots. Sachin launched his YouTube channel on September 26, 2013, and it has since garnered over 600,000 subscribers, with his videos amassing more than 68 million views.
4. Ravichandran Ashwin
Ravichandran Ashwin runs a unique YouTube channel where he creates content in Tamil. He shares insights from his cricketing journey and features notable personalities such as Virat Kohli, Kumar Sangakkara, and Sunil Gavaskar. Ashwin launched his channel on April 17, 2020, and has since garnered over 700,000 subscribers, with his videos collectively reaching more than 46 million views.
3. Ramiz Raja
Ramiz Raja is a former Pakistani cricketer who has transitioned into a commentator and YouTube creator, gaining a strong following for his insightful reviews and commentary on the sport. His YouTube channel, launched on January 8, 2018, has significantly boosted his fan base, thanks in part to his concise video format. With over 1.6 million subscribers and more than 282 million views across his videos, Raja has successfully connected with cricket enthusiasts worldwide.
2. Shoaib Akhtar
Shoaib Akhtar is a former cricketer from Pakistan known for his passionate and occasionally controversial views on the game. Despite facing a ban from the ICC, he remains a respected voice in cricket analysis. Akhtar launched his YouTube channel on January 29, 2019, where he has garnered over 2.75 million subscribers and achieved more than 230 million views on his videos.
1. Aakash Chopra
Aakash Chopra is a former Indian cricketer known for his role as a batsman, though his international career was relatively brief. He has since become a prominent cricket analyst and commentator, particularly recognized for his engaging presence on YouTube. His channel, launched on August 10, 2011, has significantly boosted his popularity, amassing over 2.77 million subscribers and accumulating more than 480 million views. Chopra primarily focuses on Indian cricket, providing detailed insights and analyses of matches and players.