A viral photo from an IPL 2025 match between Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Punjab Kings captured a lighthearted and heartfelt moment between cricket legend Virat Kohli and Bollywood actress and team co-owner Preity Zinta. The image sparked curiosity across social media as Kohli was seen showing something on his phone to Preity Zinta, leaving fans eager to know what the conversation was about.
Now, Preity Zinta has opened up and revealed what was going on in that viral snapshot, adding an emotional layer to a simple post-match exchange.
We were showing each other pictures of our children & talking about them ! Time does fly… When I first met Virat 18 years ago, he was a spirited teenager buzzing with talent & fire - today he still has that fire & is an icon & a very sweet & doting father ❤️ https://t.co/FNFXLRR7Wi
— Preity G Zinta (@realpreityzinta) April 28, 2025
The Viral Photo That Took the Internet by Storm
The match was played on April 20, 2025, at Mullanpur, where RCB defeated Punjab Kings by 7 wickets, with Virat Kohli playing a stellar unbeaten knock of 73 runs. Post-match, Kohli and Zinta were seen smiling and chatting, followed by a moment where Preity Zinta looked closely at Kohli’s phone.
This candid interaction led to a wave of speculation online, with fans wondering if Kohli was sharing a meme, a funny video, or perhaps something more personal.
Preity Zinta’s Heartwarming Revelation
Clearing the air, Preity Zinta recently responded to a fan’s query on social media, who shared the viral photo and asked what the two were discussing. Her reply melted hearts:
“We were showing each other pictures of our kids and talking about them! When I met Virat for the first time 18 years ago, he was a spirited teenager full of talent and fire. He still has that fire, and now he is also an icon and a wonderful, kind father.”
This sweet revelation has garnered admiration from both cricket and Bollywood fans, offering a glimpse into the more human, affectionate side of celebrities often seen only on the professional front.
Virat Kohli – The Player and the Parent
Kohli, married to Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma since December 11, 2017, is now a father of two. The couple welcomed their daughter Vamika in 2021 and their son Akaay in 2024. While the cricketer is known for his fierce competitiveness on the field, moments like these showcase his grounded and family-oriented side.
In Red-Hot Form This IPL
On the cricketing front, Virat Kohli has been in phenomenal form this IPL season. With 443 runs in 10 matches at an impressive average of 63.28, including six half-centuries, he currently leads the Orange Cap race. RCB is also at the top of the points table with seven wins, thanks in large part to Kohli’s consistent performances.
A Viral Moment That Struck an Emotional Chord
In an age where every moment is captured and shared online, this simple interaction between two public figures has touched many for its sincerity and warmth. While cricket delivers thrill and competition, such behind-the-scenes glimpses remind us of the shared humanity between stars — bonding over parenting, memories, and mutual respect.
