Virat Kohli memes break internet for ‘liking’ Avneet Kaur Instagram photo

TOI Sports Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Updated: May 3, 2025, 15:58 IST

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Virat Kohli's recent 'like' on an Avneet Kaur fan page sparked a social media frenzy, prompting him to clarify it was an algorithmic error. Despite the online buzz, Kohli remains focused on his performance in the IPL 2025, where he has been instrumental for Royal Challengers Bengaluru.

Virat Kohli memes break internet for ‘liking’ Avneet Kaur Instagram photo

Virat Kohli and Avneet Kaur

NEW DELHI: Virat Kohli once again found himself at the centre of social media chatter after fans noticed that he had ‘liked’ a post from a fan page dedicated to actress Avneet Kaur. The interaction quickly went viral, with memes and jokes flooding the internet.
Kohli's massive popularity on and off the field often puts his every move under the spotlight, and this instance was no different.
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Addressing the buzz in his signature calm and composed manner, Virat took to Instagram Stories to offer clarity.

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He explained, “I'd like to clarify that while clearing my feed, it appears the algorithm may have mistakenly registered an interaction. There was absolutely no intent behind it. I request that no unnecessary assumptions be made. Thank you for your understanding.”
Screenshots of the liked post began making the rounds on platforms like X and Instagram, sparking a wave of humorous reactions from fans and meme creators alike.

Despite the online frenzy, Kohli has kept his focus sharp on the field.
Playing a key role for Royal Challengers Bengaluru in the ongoing IPL 2025 season, he’s delivered outstanding performances match after match.
With 443 runs in 10 innings, including six solid half-centuries and a highest score of 73 not out, Kohli continues to lead RCB’s charge with purpose and determination.
As the team prepares for a crucial clash against Chennai Super Kings at their home ground this Saturday, Kohli’s presence remains pivotal.

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Bengaluru currently sit second on the points table, and his form with the bat has been a cornerstone of their successful campaign.
While the internet enjoys a moment of light-hearted entertainment, Kohli is clearly staying locked in on what matters most: cricket.
His ability to balance global attention with top-level performance remains one of the many things that make him a fan favourite.

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