Virat Kohli is once again ruling the internet — but this time, not with his bat during IPL 2026, but with his Instagram thumb! The cricket superstar’s social media activity has sparked a fresh wave of memes, jokes, and “algorithm” theories after fans spotted his official account liking a post by German-South African influencer and vlogger LizLaz.

What makes the story even juicier? Kohli reportedly quickly unliked the post once screenshots went viral, choosing silence over another public clarification this time.

What Exactly Happened? The Latest Instagram Like Controversy

On April 17, 2026, netizens noticed that Virat Kohli’s verified Instagram account had liked an older post (dated January 30, 2026) shared by LizLaz (real name Jennifer), featuring “golden hour shots.” The influencer, known for her travel vlogs and stylish photos, had posted images in a light blue backless halter mini dress. Interestingly, Kohli does not follow LizLaz, which added fuel to the fire.

Screenshots of the like spread like wildfire across Twitter (X), Instagram, and WhatsApp groups. Within hours, the like mysteriously disappeared from the post — leading fans to conclude that the King had quietly removed it.

This isn’t the first time Virat Kohli’s Instagram likes have landed him in the spotlight. Back in 2025, he faced similar backlash after allegedly liking a post related to Bollywood actress and influencer Avneet Kaur. At that time, Kohli issued a public clarification on his Instagram story, blaming Instagram’s algorithm:

“I’d like to clarify that while clearing my feed, it appears the algorithm may have mistakenly registered an interaction. There was absolutely no intent behind it.”

Fans have now revived the same phrase with full meme energy. Comments flooded in with lines like:

• “Algorithm registered another interaction ”
• “Chain se like bhi nahi karne deta ye samaaj”
• “Kohli’s thumb vs Instagram algorithm – who’s winning?”

Some light-hearted trolls even joked that little Akaay Kohli might have grabbed dad’s phone!

Why This Keeps Happening: Likes Control or Accidental Tap?

Instagram allows users to control who sees their likes (a privacy feature introduced years ago), but the platform’s algorithm often suggests old posts while scrolling or clearing feeds. Many celebrities and common users have complained about unintended “likes” getting registered automatically.

However, with Virat Kohli’s massive fan following (over 200 million on Instagram), even a small digital slip turns into national news. This latest incident comes right in the middle of IPL 2026, where Kohli has been in strong form for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), making the off-field buzz even louder.

Unlike the previous time, Kohli has not issued any statement yet. His quiet “unlike” move has only added more curiosity among fans and followers.

Netizens React: Memes, Jokes & Support

The internet had a field day:

• Memes comparing Kohli’s situation to “accidental likes” we all face.
• Some defended him saying “Liking a photo is not a crime.”
• Others teased, “Anushka Sharma ko batao ya algorithm ko?”

A section of fans pointed out that constant public scrutiny makes it tough for celebrities to even scroll casually. “Poor guy can’t even double-tap in peace,” one user commented.

Virat Kohli’s Social Media Game: Controlled or Chaotic?

Virat Kohli is known for keeping his personal life relatively private despite his huge stardom. He often shares family moments with Anushka Sharma and their kids, fitness updates, and motivational posts. However, these occasional “like” incidents show how difficult it is for public figures to maintain complete control over their digital footprint.

Instagram’s like visibility settings give users some privacy control (you can hide likes on your own posts or see who liked others’), but accidental interactions remain a common issue for heavy users.

Will King Kohli address this one with another story clarification? Or will he continue the silent treatment? Only time (and his next Instagram activity) will tell.

What Do You Think?

Is it really the “algorithm glitch” every time, or just human error while scrolling? Have you ever faced accidental likes on Instagram?

Drop your opinions, memes, and theories in the comments below. Do you think Virat should explain again or just ignore the noise?

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