Royal Challengers Bengaluru clinched their second consecutive IPL title on Sunday, defeating Gujarat Titans by five wickets in a thrilling final at the Narendra Modi Stadium . But beyond the trophy and the celebrations, it was a heartwarming moment between Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma that truly captured the internet’s attention.
As Kohli hit the winning six over long-on to remain unbeaten on 75 off just 42 balls, he turned towards the stands and blew a flying kiss to his wife, Bollywood actor Anushka Sharma, who was cheering from the VIP pavilion . Anushka, visibly emotional, immediately stood up, clapped, and returned the gesture with a flying kiss of her own .
A night of milestones and emotions
The final was a showcase of Kohli’s brilliance. Chasing a modest target of 156, he anchored the innings with precision, bringing up the fastest half-century of his IPL career in just 25 balls . His aggressive batting, which included nine fours and three sixes, set the tone early as RCB chased down the target with 12 balls to spare .
Anushka, known for being Kohli’s biggest cheerleader, was seen celebrating wildly after the winning shot. Videos circulating on social media show her jumping with joy, pumping her fists, and applauding as the RCB players stormed the field . Later, she joined Kohli on the ground, where the couple was seen sharing a warm embrace and celebrating with teammates .
‘Virushka’ moments take over social media
The adorable exchange between the couple quickly went viral, with fans and netizens flooding platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram with clips and photos. One user wrote, “I love the way Virat looks for Anushka the moment he wins the match” . Another fan shared, “The flying kiss was the perfect end to a perfect night for RCB” .
The viral moment was not the only heartwarming interaction of the evening. After the match, Kohli and Anushka were also seen playing with Krunal Pandya’s son, with Kohli hugging the young boy and pulling his cheeks in excitement .
Kohli’s heartfelt tribute to Anushka
After the match, Kohli reflected on the win and his personal journey. While he credited the team’s collective effort, his public displays of affection for Anushka continued to highlight her influence on his life. In a 2020 interview that resurfaced after the match, Kohli had credited Anushka for giving him “a new lease on life” and inspiring him to become a better person .
Anushka, too, shared a special post on Instagram, uploading a picture of Kohli from behind flaunting a T-shirt that read, “One felt nice, you did it twice,” with a simple heart emoticon as the caption .
A title defense to remember
With this win, RCB became only the third team in IPL history to win back-to-back titles. Kohli, who has been with the franchise since the first edition in 2008, fittingly hit the winning runs to seal the victory in front of a packed stadium .
As the celebrations continue in Bengaluru and among RCB fans worldwide, the image of Kohli blowing a kiss to Anushka, and her ecstatic reaction, remains one of the most cherished moments of IPL 2026.
