Virat Kohli has etched a new milestone in Indian social media history, eclipsing the previous record for the most-liked Instagram post by an Indian account. His heartfelt post commemorating India's triumphant T20 World Cup victory has garnered an unprecedented 19 million likes and counting.
Featuring a vibrant collage of Team India's jubilant celebration, the post struck a resonant chord with fans nationwide. Kohli's heartfelt caption, expressing his profound gratitude, resonated deeply: Couldn't have dreamt of a better day than this. God is great, and I bow my head in gratitude. We finally did it. Jai Hind!
Surpassing the previous record held by Bollywood couple Kiara Advani and Sidharth Malhotra's wedding announcement, Kohli's post has become a testament to his immense popularity. The comment section overflowed with congratulatory messages from celebrities, athletes, and fans alike. International sports icons like Conor McGregor and Vinicius Jr. extended their admiration for Kohli's extraordinary achievement.
In a parallel development, Virat Kohli announced his retirement from T20 International cricket after guiding India to a thrilling victory in the 2024 T20 World Cup final. This was my final T20 game playing for India, Kohli said in an emotional statement. This World Cup was the perfect conclusion to this chapter of my career. It's time for the next generation to carry forward the T20 game.