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Instagram has more than 1 billion users monthly, with all kinds of niches to follow. The platform has become a top tool for marketers to improve brand awareness through collabs with influencers. Popular niches for Instagram influencers include sports and fitness, such as boxing and martial arts. Here are some of the top boxing Instagram influencers sharing their passion for the sport with their audiences. ย 

Top 12 boxing Instagram influencers

Muhammad Ali

Gone, but never forgotten. Itโ€™s impossible to create a list of boxing influencers without including the greatest and most influential fighter of them all: Muhammad Ali. Ali passed away in 2016, but heโ€™s still inspiring people to this day, and the Muhammad Ali Instagram account is a treasure trove for fans. This official account, operated by Muhammad Ali Enterprises, pays tribute to the great fighterโ€™s life and legacy. More than 6.3M followers get photos of him in the ring, behind the scenes peeks, and links to official branded merchandise.

Laila Ali

If Laila Aliโ€™s last name sounds familiar, it should. Sheโ€™s the daughter of the one and only Muhammad Ali, but sheโ€™s determined to make her own name rather than relying on her dadโ€™s. Sheโ€™s retired from boxing now, but she has her own lifestyle website and blog where she shares her healthy living tips. As you might expect, Laila is in demand as a public speaker and is also very active across social media. She inspires her 1.1M followers with inspirational tips and old photographs with her father.

Larry Donald

Larry is a professional boxer and boxing trainer from Nashville. Heโ€™s the owner of LD Boxing, a private training studio offering one-on-one and group sessions. Heโ€™s had the honor of training several pros and celebrities, including Thomas Rhett and Michael Chandler. On Instagram, Larry falls into the category of micro-influencer. He has just over 5.9K followers who are interested to see his training videos and behind-the-scenes photographs. While his following may be smaller, the impact he has on his followers is great.

TITLE Boxing

TITLE Boxing isnโ€™t an individual influencer, but a retail and online boxing equipment store. The company produces professional quality items and blogs and videos. As such, TITLE Boxing has become a trusted name and an authority in the boxing industry. The company has even negotiated the rights to produce official Muhammad Ali branded boxing equipment. Like many stores, TITLE Boxing maintains an active presence on social media. It has over 103K followers on Instagram and another 27K subscribers on YouTube.

Kevin Newman II

Kevin is a talented fighter signed to Nova Sports Group. Heโ€™s active on Instagram, where he introduces himself as โ€œfuture world championโ€ and shares pictures of his gym sessions and home life. He has over 23.7K followers who are following his journey to the top.

Michael Chandler

Rather than being a regular boxer, Michael competes in mixed martial arts (MMA). Heโ€™s now a three-time MMA World Champion Fighter, which has enabled him to partner with big brands such as Monster Energy and Raw Gear. Heโ€™s active on Instagram, where he shares videos of his fights and training regimens. His content inspires over 1.5M followers.

Claressa Shields

If you were thinking the realm of pro boxing was a manโ€™s world, guess again. Claressa is a genuine legend of the ring with the belts to prove it. Sheโ€™s a two-time Olympic champion and three-time undisputed world champion, holding the record for becoming a three-weight world champion in the fewest number of fights. If that wasnโ€™t enough, sheโ€™s also one of only seven fighters to have held the WBA, WBC, IBF and WBO titles simultaneously. Claressa is an inspiration for men and women alike, and she uses Instagram to spread positivity and her faith in God. Posting her accomplishments, training routines, and exciting lifestyle, she has gained a following of more than 682K.

Khabib Nurmagomedov

As a former Russian mixed martial artist, Khabib is one of the most popular influencers, with more than 34.7M followers. Known for being the longest reigning UFC Lightweight Champion ever, Khabib shares his passion for fighting competitively, workout routines, and his adventures traveling around the world.

Floyd Mayweather Jr.

As one of the most successful boxers of all time, Floyd Mayweather Jr. takes to Instagram to share his success with a following of more than 28.9M followers. Retiring with one of the most impressive boxing careers of all time, Floyd won 15 major world championships. His Instagram is full of his previous fights, family life and his lavish travels around the world.

Mike Tyson

Our list wouldnt be complete without the famous Mike Tyson. As one of the greatest heavy weight boxers of all time, Mike has more than 20.5M Instagram followers. His Instagram is full of throwback photos, his inspiring words and his active lifestyle as he appears on TV shows, movies and podcasts.

Deontay Wilder

As one of todayโ€™s most impressive boxers, Deontay held the WBC heavyweight title from 2015-2020. He continues to share his success on Instagram with more than 2.7M followers. As a successful boxer and one of the most well-known boxing influencers, Deontay posts photos of his life with his fiancee, his favorite experiences in the ring and his hobbies outside of boxing, like golf.

Tyson Fury

As the current WBC heavyweight champion, Tyson has gained a following of more than 5.8M on Instagram. The popular boxing influencer uses his platform to share his passion and talent for the sport through photos of his success, competitive training and his life outside of the ring.

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