Photos of Virat Kohli against his will were published; teammate reported it two hours later

An incident occurred at a shopping mall in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, when people mistook a man resembling Virat Kohli for the athlete himself. It later turned out that it was not Virat Kohli but his lookalike. Video footage of this event is actively circulating on social media.

Lookalike's Arrival at the Mall

A social media creator named Kartik Sharma, who resembles Virat Kohli due to his appearance and style, visited one of the malls in Lucknow. He prepared for his appearance by styling his hair, getting tattoos, wearing the Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) team uniform, and driving into the mall in a BMW. He was accompanied by four bodyguards.

Public and Staff Reaction

As soon as Kartik Sharma appeared in the mall, visitors perceived him as the real Virat Kohli. Soon, a huge crowd gathered around him, rushing to take selfies and see him in person. The video claims that some mall security staff even left their posts to follow him and try to control the crowd. Within minutes, people started appearing on the balconies of different floors of the mall to watch him.

Public Reaction to the Prank

In the video description, Kartik Sharma wrote: 'Prank in the biggest mall in India.' While some people found the prank amusing, a significant number of social media users criticized it. Many stated that such an act offended the feelings of Virat Kohli's fans. Other users noted that such a large gathering of people could lead to a situation similar to a panic.

One commenter emphasized that this was not just a prank but a serious safety threat. He pointed out that in the event of a real emergency, if security staff were not in position, problems could arise. Another user expressed dissatisfaction, stating: 'Brother, you played with people's feelings. Everyone's dream is to take a selfie with Virat Kohli.'

The wait for Virat Kohli's return to international cricket is drawing to a close. King Kohli has started training ahead of the one-day series against England. A video has surfaced showing him intensely training on the nets with former head coach of the Indian team, Sanjay Bangar.

Preparation for London Matches

Although the final decision regarding Kohli's return depends on receiving medical clearance, his preparation demonstrates his determination to deliver brilliant performances against England. Kohli arrives at the training ground with a bag over his shoulder and meets Sanjay Bangar. After an extensive discussion on the field, Bangar explains some technical aspects of the game to him, after which Virat conducts a long net session.

Before traveling to London, Virat conducted this special training session with Bangar in Alibag, focusing on making his batting technique even more refined.

Interest from Other Players

Virat Kohli is included in the Indian squad for the three-match one-day series against England, but the final decision will be made after he receives his medical certificate. Rohit Sharma will also participate in this series, which begins on July 14th. Both veterans now play only in one-day formats, having declined participation in Tests and T20 international matches, making every encounter special for Indian cricket fans.

Reaction to Kohli's Return

Rajkumar Sharma, who was his childhood coach, is also very happy about his return. During the Delhi Premier League (DPL) 2026 auction, he stated that 'the whole country is waiting for Virat Kohli's return. I also want him to get on the field as soon as possible and show magnificent play.' Rajkumar Sharma also mentioned that he will travel to Lord's to watch the third one-day match and hopes Kohli will make an impression in this series.

Currently, the Indian team is engaged in a T20 series against England, but the main topic of discussion remains Virat Kohli's return. The training sessions with Sanjay Bangar indicate that Kohli is fully prepared to showcase his mastery on the big stage. If Kohli receives medical clearance, the one-day series against England will be a great celebration for millions of Indian fans.