Jun 04, 2025
Virat Kohli won his first Indian Premier League title as the Royal Challengers Bangalore beat Punjab Kings in the IPL 2025 final on Tuesday.
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A fan shared a clip where Virat was seen standing near the dugout for almost 15 minutes, eyes fixed on the stairs, patiently waiting for Anushka Sharma.
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"Every time someone walked by, he glanced up with hope, only to look away again. But the moment Virat finally saw Anushka, everything changed—his face lit up," wrote a fan.
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Virat was seen running toward his wife Anushka and embraced her tightly. It wasn’t just a hug; it was a moment full of love, relief, and connection.
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Post the IPL win, Virat shared how Anushka Sharma made things work behind the scenes, which enabled him to focus on cricket.
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"So it’s been 11 years for her as well, you know. Relentlessly coming to games, watching tough games, watching us just miss out," said Virat.
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"What your life partner does for you to be able to play, and the sacrifices, and the commitment, and just backing you through thick and thin, is something you can’t explain in words," shared Virat.
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Virat added, "What Anushka has gone through emotionally, watching me, being down and out, her coming to games, being so connected with Bangalore, she’s a Bangalore girl as well, and being connected to RCB, this is very, very special for her as well, and she’s going to be so, so proud."
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