Social media went into a bit of a frenzy recently when eagle-eyed fans spotted a certain like on actress Avneet Kaur’s Instagram post. The name attached to that like? None other than our very loved cricket superstar, Virat Kohli. Now, in the ocean of Instagram activity, a like from Virat can certainly cause a ripple, and in this case, it’s turned into a full-blown wave of speculation and chatter.
Avneet Kaur, a popular figure in her own right with a significant following (now 31 million, after the controversy), had posted a picture (which we will describe in detail below on this page). The screenshot of Virat’s seemingly accidental endorsement quickly circulated across various social media platforms. Fan accounts buzzed with speculation, controversial theories, and a little more than just playful banter.
Which picture did Virat Kohli like?
So the first question is, was it a genuine appreciation for the post from the 23-year old Avneet? Or possibly a slip of the thumb while doom scrolling on Instagram? Or was it in fact, like Virat later clarified, an issue with the Instagram algorithm? The internet loves a good mystery, and this one had all the ingredients for a viral moment.
Avneet Kaur has the best chance to boost her social media game, she should attend the match wearing an RCB jersey and be seen praying while Virat Kohli is batting. The meme pages will take care of the rest. #RCBvsCSK
— Prayag (@theprayagtiwari) May 3, 2025
Virat Kohli and Avneet Kaur in 2013.🙂💔 pic.twitter.com/1JU12vI2bN
— 𝐇𝐲𝐝𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐧 (@ImHydro45) May 2, 2025
The story took an interesting turn when Virat himself addressed the situation through an Instagram story. After seeing some of the theories and backlash on social media, showcasing his awareness of the online buzz, he put up a story clarifying the ‘like’. He stated, in no uncertain terms, that it was a mistake.
This direct acknowledgment and clarification from Virat himself poured cold water on the brewing speculations. It seems the digital world, with its endless feeds and accidental taps, had simply led to an unintended interaction. And let’s not forget that it could also be a like by one of Virat’s social media managers, and not by Virat himself.
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Coming to the image, it was a carousal post of 10 images from Avneet’s trip to Goa, where she was wearing what looked like beachwear. She sported a green crop top, with plenty of cleavage on show, along with a black and white skirt. Liking such an image led to social media even talking about a potential ‘affair’ and Virat’s relationship on the rocks.
Mark Zuckerberg at 2:42 AM tweaking algorithm codes to add Virat Kohli’s like on Avneet Kaur’s pictures. pic.twitter.com/yMZewpj2ur
— High on Hemlock 🍹✨ (@socratexts) May 2, 2025
mark zuckerberg manipulating his trillion dollar algorithm to add virat kohli’s like on avneet kaur’s pictures pic.twitter.com/5TGGbilMzq
— mememandir (@mememandir) May 2, 2025
This incident, while trivial, throws a spotlight on the intense scrutiny that celebs face in the age of social media. Every like, every comment, every follow is analyzed and interpreted, often blown out of proportion. For public figures like Virat Kohli, maintaining a squeaky-clean online presence can be a constant tightrope walk. Even a small accident can become fodder for news cycles.
The image itself got 600,000+ likes because of the controversy surrounding it, while most of the comments are from those looking to see which image was liked by Kohli. One fan commented, ‘Kon kon Virat Kohli ka like dekhne aaya tha….’ which itself got 60k likes on the post. See the Avneet Kaur post below:
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Ultimately, the case of ‘Virat Kohli’s accidental like’ serves as a humorous reminder of the human element behind even the most followed celebrity accounts. Mistakes happen, thumbs slip, and the internet, ever vigilant, is always ready to take notice. We respect the man for his accomplishments, on and off the field, and we stand by Kohli, despite all the jokes happening online.
Virat Kohli liked some bold pictures of Avneet Kaur — a 23-year-old — while he’s 37. And he did this on Anushka’s birthday. Now he’s blaming the ‘algorithm’?
This is not just shameless, it’s downright disturbing. Seriously, grow up.#AvneetKaur #ViratKohli pic.twitter.com/as6z8aF8XW
— Shivam Pandey 🇮🇳❤️ (@ShivamPandey__7) May 2, 2025
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FAQs
Q. Did Virat Kohli like Avneet Kaur post?
Ans. As per some screenshots that circulated online, Virat Kohli did indeed like an image from Avneet Kaur’s Instagram, which created quite a stir online. Clarifying it on his Instagram story was another affirmation that he did like the picture.
Q. What did Kohli like on Instagram?
Ans. Virat Kohli like an image of 23-year old actress, Avneet Kaur, on Instagram. The image was a bit of a revealing one, leading to a lot of controversial theories on social media.
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