These are the Most discussed Stars on Facebook this year 2015
Social media have become the mainstay of today’s culture, where everyone goes to comment on a range of different issues from politics to sports.
In sports, several stories become the talk of social media platforms.
Facebook have released the top 10 stars who were mention on their platform this year.
1. Floyd Mayweather
playFloyd Mayweather is the most mention sports star on Facebook in 2015 (Getty Images)
It was a huge for Floyd Mayweather who won the ‘biggest fight of the century’ against Filipino boxer, Manny Pacquiao.
In the 2015, Mayweather also retired from boxing unbeaten in his professional career. In his last fight, he beat Andre Berto.
He finished the year as the world's highest-paid athlete by Forbes magazine.
2. Manny Pacquiao
playManny Pacquiao lost the May 2 big fight against Mayweather
Number two on this list is Manny Pacquiao who fought Maywether in the May 2 famous fight.
He lost the fight but finished the year as the second richest sportsperson on the planet.
3. Ronda Rousey
playRonda Rousey remains the biggest name in UFC Women despite her lost to Holly Holm (GQ Magazine)
Ronda Rousey is the biggest UFC women fighter in the world. For most part of 2015, she was the face of UFC after she became a worldwide phenomenon.
The 28-year-old had a perfect 12-0 record until she shockingly lost to Holly Holm in November.
4. Lionel Messi
playLionel Messi won the won the La Liga, Copa del Rey and the Champions League treble with Barcelona (Omnisports)
Barcelona superstar is on course to regain the Ballon d’Orfrom fierce rival, Cristiano Ronaldo.
In 2015, Messi helped Barcelona to another historic treble as they won the La Liga, Copa del Rey and the Champions League.
5. Cristiano Ronaldo
playCristiano Ronaldo had his best individual year but failed to win a trophy with Real Madrid
Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo enjoyed his best individual year in 2015 but failed to win any trophy with his club.
The former Manchester United star however continues to be a worldwide star.
In 2015, the Portugal international launched several of his brands, like a shoe line, fragrance.
Ronaldo is also the most liked celebrity on Facebook.
6. Tom Brady
playTom Brady is the biggest NFL star
NFL star Tom Brady is the sixth most talked about sports star on Facebook.
The New England Patriots quarterback won his fourthSuperbowl in 2015 and was later caught in the 'deflategate.'
He was suspended by the NFL without pay for four games but later had his ban overturned and was able to start the new season.
7. Steph Curry
playSteph Curry won the NBA title with Golden State Warriors
Steph Curry became a bonafide basketball superstar after leading Golden State Warriors to the NBA title in 2015.
By doing that she also toppled LeBron James to become the NBA Most Valuable Player of the season.
He is currently labeled the best player in basketball and looks set to have another amazing year in 2016.
8. LeBron James
playLeBron James remains the face of the NBA
Though he was bettered by Steph Curry in 2015, LeBron James continues to be the biggest basketball star in the world.
He failed in his bid to win Cleveland Cavaliers their first NBA title but signed a lifetime $500million deal with Nike.
He continues to be the face of NBA as a player and a brand.
9. Serena Williams
playSerena Williams won three grand slams in 2015
Serena Williams is the best female tennis player in the world. She won three grandslams and was on the verge of making history of winning the fourth won before she lost in the semi-finals of the US Open.
10. Carlos Tevez
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Player thrilled with Boca Juniors league success
(Omni Sport)
The only surprise in the list. Carlos Tevez in 2015 helped to aSerie A and Coppa Italia double before losing to Barcelona in the final of the Champions League.
He later moved back home to play for Boca Juniors where he also won Primera Division in his first season back in Argentina.
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