Virat Kohli is once again trending on social media, not for his on-field performance but for a renewed online debate sparked by his recent social media activity. A simple “like” on a German vlogger’s post has snowballed into memes, speculation, and discussions about his past relationships and online presence.
The conversation intensified when an Instagram page shared a collage featuring women linked to Kohli at different points of his public life, including Izabelle Leite, Anushka Sharma, German influencer LizLaz, and actor Avneet Kaur. The post carried a caption praising Kohli’s “taste in women,” quickly drawing widespread attention and online debate.
Among those featured, Izabelle Leite reacted strongly to the viral post, calling out the resurfacing of her past relationship with the cricketer. Responding in the comments, she wrote, “It’s been 12 years, and counting. Why can’t people get over it.” Her remark struck a chord with many users who agreed that old relationships being repeatedly brought back into online discourse can be unnecessary and intrusive.
The renewed attention around Kohli began after fans noticed that his account had liked a post by German vlogger LizLaz. Screenshots of the interaction spread rapidly, leading to speculation across platforms. While Kohli previously clarified a similar incident involving actor Avneet Kaur as an “algorithm error,” he has not responded to the latest round of discussions.
LizLaz herself later addressed the unexpected attention, expressing surprise at how quickly the situation escalated. Speaking to media, she mentioned that she only learned about the viral moment through news reports and messages, adding that she did not expect such a reaction to a simple social media interaction. She also expressed sympathy for Kohli, suggesting that the situation may not have been intentional and was blown out of proportion.
Despite the online chatter, Kohli’s personal life remains firmly rooted away from speculation. He is married to Anushka Sharma, with whom he tied the knot in 2017. The couple has since built a family together, welcoming their daughter Vamika in 2021 and their son Akaay in 2024.
Izabelle Leite had earlier confirmed that she and Kohli dated for around two years, speaking about their relationship during the promotions of her film Purani Jeans in 2014. Since then, both have moved on in their respective lives and careers.
However, as this latest episode shows, social media continues to blur the line between past and present, often reviving old narratives with new twists. While much of the discussion remains speculative and fueled by online curiosity, it also highlights how quickly digital moments can spiral into wider conversations about celebrity, privacy, and public perception.
