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AHMEDABAD — The Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad witnessed history on Sunday night as the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) clinched their second consecutive Indian Premier League (IPL) title, defeating the Gujarat Titans (GT) in a high-octane final. While the stadium erupted into a sea of red and gold celebrations, the true emotional epicentre of the night belonged to Bollywood star Anushka Sharma and her husband, cricket icon Virat Kohli. In a moment that quickly sent social media into absolute meltdown, Anushka channeled her “inner Virat Kohli,” exhibiting an uncharacteristic, thrilling wave of raw aggression, passionate cheering, and heartfelt flying kisses that proved once again why they remain India’s ultimate power couple.
Throughout the tense run-chase, Anushka was spotted in the VIP stands, living and breathing every single delivery. Her anxiety was palpable, mirroring the high stakes of an IPL final. However, the tension evaporated in grand fashion when Virat Kohli, finishing the match in signature style, smashed the winning runs. The moment the ball crossed the boundary, the actor erupted in pure euphoria, leaping in joy, hugging those around her, and screaming with an intensity that fans jokingly noted was identical to her husband’s legendary on-field persona. Shortly after, the couple locked eyes across the massive arena, exchanging emotional flying kisses before Kohli pulled his lady love onto the field to share the grand stage.
The ‘Virushka’ Magic Takes Over Ahmedabad
As the final runs were scored, Virat Kohli immediately turned his gaze away from the pitch and looked up toward the stands, scanning for the one person whose support has anchored his career. Upon finding Anushka, he blew a series of emotional flying kisses. Anushka, beaming with pride and teary-eyed, instantly reciprocated, cementing a viral vignette that fans have already labeled the “defining image of IPL 2026.”
Later in the night, the celebration moved from the stands directly onto the playing surface and into the dressing rooms. Anushka joined Kohli on the field to pose with the glittering IPL trophy, surrounded by teammates, staff, and family members. She also took to her Instagram account to give fans an intimate glimpse into their post-match joy, sharing a candid photo of Virat proudly flaunting a custom team T-shirt with a cheeky tagline that read: “One time felt nice, we did it twice.”
A Masterclass on the Pitch: King Kohli Leads from the Front
The fairytale celebration was earned through a masterclass performance on the pitch by none other than Kohli himself. Chasing a target of 156 runs after the RCB bowling attack restricted Gujarat Titans to 155/8, the Bengaluru franchise found themselves under immense pressure as GT’s bowlers picked up timely wickets to reduce them to 132/5.
However, the grand stage belonged to the “Man of Mega Moments.” Standing tall as an unstoppable anchor, Virat Kohli hammered a spectacular, unbeaten 75 off just 42 balls*, decorated with nine boundaries and three towering sixes. Ably supported by an explosive opening cameo from Venkatesh Iyer (32 off 16 balls), Kohli guided his team across the finish line with two full overs to spare, successfully defending RCB’s status as the kings of the IPL. Kohli capped off an extraordinary tournament as the fourth-highest run-scorer of the season, amassed a staggering 675 runs across 16 innings at an impressive average of 56.25 and a lethal strike rate of 165.84.
Fans React to Anushka’s “Aggressive” Avatar
What truly stole the hearts of internet users was the stark transition in Anushka’s demeanor—from a supportive, anxious spouse to a fierce, fist-pumping fan. Netizens quickly flooded platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram with clips of her wild celebrations.
A Balanced Life Off the Field
The display of affection is a continuation of the deep-seated bond the couple shares, one that Kohli has frequently attributed to his evolution as both a cricketer and a person. Over the last couple of years, the duo has notably transitioned toward a deeply spiritual lifestyle, frequently making low-profile visits to Vrindavan to seek blessings from spiritual leaders. Kohli has openly credited Anushka for bringing immense balance, empathy, and calmness to his otherwise fiery nature, noting that her compassionate outlook even inspired him to adopt a vegetarian lifestyle.
While Anushka has taken a step back from mainstream cinema in recent years to raise their children, Vamika and Akaay, her presence at the stadium acts as a definitive lucky charm for the star batter and the RCB franchise. As Bengaluru bathes in the glory of back-to-back IPL triumphs, the night will be remembered just as much for the couple’s raw, unfiltered romance as it will be for the historic cricketing milestone.