Google has unveiled its list of the most searched topics in its 25-year history, with former India skipper Virat Kohli and Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo earning special mentions.
Ronaldo, now with Al-Nassr FC in the Saudi Pro League, secured the title of the most searched athlete globally, surpassing his longtime rival Lionel Messi. Kohli, on the other hand, claimed the spotlight as the most searched cricketer, showcasing the global fascination with cricket.
Ronaldo’s prolific goal-scoring form, highlighted by his 50th goal in the 2023 season during Al-Nassr’s win over Al Shabab, played a pivotal role in securing his position as the most sought-after athlete in Google searches. The Portuguese forward’s exploits in both the Saudi Pro League and international matches garnered widespread attention.
If the last 25 years have taught us anything, the next 25 will change everything. Here’s to the most searched moments of all time. #YearInSearch pic.twitter.com/MdrXC4ILtr
— Google (@Google) December 11, 2023
Kohli, known for his cricketing prowess and admiration for Ronaldo, led Rohit Sharma’s Team India to the final of the ICC World Cup 2023. Despite a stellar performance and Kohli’s record-breaking century tally, India fell short in the final against Australia.
Kohli’s achievements, including surpassing Sachin Tendulkar’s century record and finishing as the leading run-scorer in the World Cup, contributed to his status as the most searched cricketer on Google in the current year.
