Virat Kohli dismisses charter flight rumours with a humorous emoji response ahead of IPL 2026.
Star India batter Virat Kohli put an end to swirling rumours regarding his travel demands during IPL 2026 with a light-hearted reaction on social media. Reports had claimed that Kohli had asked the Royal Challengers Bengaluru management to arrange chartered flights between India and London during the tournament.
The speculation gained traction after a post by a media outlet suggested that Kohli would travel to London whenever there was a gap of more than three days between matches.
However, Kohli dismissed the claims in his own style, reacting to the story with just two laughing emojis, indirectly rubbishing the report without issuing a formal statement.
Focus shifts to IPL 2026 campaign with RCB
Amid the buzz, Kohli remains focused on the upcoming IPL 2026 season, where Royal Challengers Bengaluru will begin their campaign against Sunrisers Hyderabad on April 28. As defending champions, RCB will be under pressure to maintain their dominance, with Kohli expected to play a crucial role at the top of the order.
Despite not being very active on social media, Kohli’s brief response quickly grabbed attention, highlighting how even minimal reactions from the veteran carry significant weight among fans and the cricketing community.
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London life offers privacy away from spotlight
The rumours also resurfaced shortly after Kohli was spotted in London with his family. Videos of him walking casually with his son Akaay and later with wife Anushka Sharma and daughter Vamika went viral online.
Since the birth of their son in 2024, Kohli and Anushka have reportedly made London their primary residence, opting for a quieter lifestyle away from constant media attention in India. The visuals showcased a relaxed side of the cricketer, interacting with locals and enjoying everyday moments with his family, far from the usual spotlight.
While the speculation around travel plans has now been dismissed, Kohli’s focus clearly remains on leading RCB’s charge as they gear up for another high-stakes IPL season.
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