Virat Kohli may have finished his IPL 2026 campaign on the perfect note, but the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) superstar continues to dominate headlines even away from the cricket field. Just days after leading RCB to their second consecutive Indian Premier League title, Kohli was spotted at the airport, where a light-hearted interaction with paparazzi quickly became a talking point among fans.
The veteran batter has been enjoying a memorable period both professionally and personally. After playing a match-winning knock in the IPL final and helping RCB successfully defend their crown, Kohli has remained in the spotlight through public appearances and celebrations. His latest airport encounter provided another glimpse of his trademark wit and relaxed personality.
Virat Kohli’s funny exchange with paparazzi goes viral
As Kohli arrived at the airport, photographers gathered around him, hoping to capture a few pictures before he headed inside. The former India captain, known for his friendly rapport with fans and media personnel, briefly stopped and posed for the cameras. However, as multiple photographers continued asking him to look in different directions and pose repeatedly, Kohli responded with a humorous question that instantly drew laughter. He said “Kya karna hai bhai?”
The candid moment was quickly shared across social media platforms, with fans praising Kohli’s playful response. The video gained significant traction online and became one of the most talked-about off-field moments involving the star batter since the IPL final. Dressed in a simple white T-shirt, dark trousers, sunglasses, a cap, and ear pods, Kohli appeared relaxed as he made his way through the airport before continuing his journey.
Here’s the video:
Virat Kohli click at Mumbai Airport 🛫 pic.twitter.com/zZV9KJUm2d
— 𝐍𝐚𝐞𝐞𝐦 (@RCBfied) June 3, 2026
Kohli shines as RCB clinch back-to-back IPL titles
The airport appearance came shortly after one of the most memorable moments of Kohli’s illustrious career. Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Shubman Gill’s side Gujarat Titans (GT) by five wickets in the IPL 2026 final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, becoming only the third franchise in tournament history to win back-to-back IPL titles.
Kohli led the chase with a magnificent unbeaten 75 off 42 deliveries. His innings featured nine boundaries and three sixes as he guided RCB to victory with remarkable composure under pressure. The performance earned him the Player of the Match award and capped off another outstanding IPL campaign. Following the title triumph, Kohli was also seen visiting Premanand Maharaj alongside his wife, Anushka Sharma, seeking blessings after RCB’s historic achievement.
While India are currently preparing for the upcoming one-off Test against Afghanistan, Kohli will not be part of the red-ball setup after stepping away from Test cricket. The batting great is expected to return to international action during the ODI series against Afghanistan, which begins on June 13, where fans will once again be eager to see him continue his excellent form.
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