ndian cricketer Virat Kohli recently caused a stir on social media with a post that led many fans to believe he was hinting at a divorce from actress Anushka Sharma. The post came at a time when AR Rahman’s separation from his wife, Saira Banu, had already made headlines. Kohli’s cryptic message, which included the words “Looking back, we’ve always been a bit different,” sent fans into a frenzy, thinking that the cricketer was possibly hinting at his own relationship struggles. His message, which spoke about their journey as “misfits” and the strength of their differences, was widely misunderstood, with fans speculating about his relationship status. Virat Kohli Urges Paparazzi To Stay Away From Anushkya, Vamika & Akaay As They Jet Off From India; WATCH
Fans React: Confusion and Speculation Over Kohli’s Post
The lack of context and caption in Kohli’s post left fans bewildered, prompting them to draw comparisons with public divorce announcements. One fan commented, “Mujhe laga AR Rahman type kuch hai…” suggesting that they initially thought it was similar to Rahman’s situation. Another fan jokingly wrote, “Why is it in a format where folks announce their divorce lmao.” Kohli, who has a history of posting emotional and significant updates without much explanation, further fueled the confusion. In the past, he made headlines with his resignation from T20I and Test captaincy in a similar fashion, which added to the anxiety among his followers.
— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) November 20, 2024
Kohli’s Struggles on the Field Amidst Personal Life Speculation
While Kohli’s social media post created waves off the field, his form on the cricket pitch has been a matter of concern. Since returning to Test cricket in August, Kohli has struggled with consistency, managing only one half-century in five Tests against Bangladesh and New Zealand. His underwhelming performance during India’s 0-3 loss to New Zealand, where he failed to score a single fifty-plus run, has raised questions about his current form. With the Border-Gavaskar trophy approaching, Kohli and the Indian team are under immense pressure to perform, and the cricketer’s off-field drama only adds to the stress surrounding the team’s prospects.