'Deshrohi hai Kohli' - Fans target Virat Kohli after Pakistan women team were spotted wearing One8 shoes

The Pakistan women’s cricket team reached the Women’s T20 Asia Cup 2026 semi-finals after their match against Hong Kong at the Dubai International Stadium on September 8. During the match, several Pakistan players were spotted wearing One8 shoes, a brand co-founded by former India captain Virat Kohli.

The players were reportedly wearing the One8 Cover Drive 18 X cricket shoes. The shoes are available in three colours: Trophy Gold, Sonic Blue and Jersey White. Photos and videos of the Pakistan players wearing the shoes quickly spread across social media, leading to mixed reactions from fans.

Some Indian fans criticised Kohli after seeing the Pakistan players wearing his brand’s shoes. Comments such as “Deshrohi hai Kohli” appeared online, while others trolled the Indian cricket star. The viral visuals have sparked a debate among fans, with many sharing their reactions on social media.

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Pakistan women qualify for Asia Cup 2026 semi-finals wearing Kohli's One8 shoes

Pakistan thrashed Hong Kong by 72 runs to qualify for the semi-finals of the Women’s Asia Cup 2026. They will now face Sri Lanka in the semi-final on Friday, September 11. However, photos and videos of Pakistan’s cricketers wearing Virat Kohli’s One8 shoes have caught the attention of fans on social media.

Several Pakistani players were reportedly wearing the One8 Cover Drive 18 X cricket shoes during their match against Hong Kong. Interestingly, India’s Smriti Mandhana was also spotted wearing the same shoes when she scored a record-breaking century against Hong Kong. The visuals of both teams wearing the brand’s shoes quickly went viral online.

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Notably, the One8 Cover Drive 18 X cricket shoes are available in three colours: Jersey White, Sonic Blue and Trophy Gold. Mandhana and the Pakistan players were seen wearing the Sonic Blue edition in their respective matches against Hong Kong. While some fans praised the brand, others criticised Virat Kohli after the videos went viral on social media.

Where did Pakistan Women get Kohli's brand shoes and why did it spark controversy?

It is still unknown where the Pakistan women’s team got Virat Kohli’s One8 shoes. However, it is possible that the players purchased them in Dubai, where the Women’s Asia Cup 2026 is being played. One8 products are also available at a store in Dubai, which could be one possible source of the shoes.

Kohli’s One8 brand has grown into a popular sportswear brand offering footwear and apparel. Agilitas, which brought the One8 brand into its portfolio, describes it as a sportswear brand co-founded with Kohli. The Indian cricketer is also an investor in Agilitas and has reportedly invested Rs 40 crore in the platform. The One8 Cover Drive 18 X shoes worn by the Pakistan players cost around Rs 13,999 in India.

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The incident has sparked mixed reactions among fans on social media. While some users praised the quality and popularity of the One8 brand, others criticised Kohli for Pakistan players wearing his brand’s shoes. The controversy has attracted extra attention because of the long-standing political tensions between India and Pakistan.

'Deshrohi hai Kohli' — Fans react and what this means for Pakistan's semi-final

The sight of Pakistan women’s cricketers wearing Virat Kohli’s One8 shoes sparked strong reactions on social media. Some Indian fans criticised the former India captain, with comments such as “Deshrohi hai Kohli” appearing online. However, others defended Kohli and pointed out that the players can choose the sportswear they want to wear.

The controversy quickly spread across social media as photos and videos of the Pakistan players wearing the One8 shoes went viral. While some fans praised the brand, others connected the issue to the long-standing rivalry and political tensions between India and Pakistan. The reactions have added another talking point around the Women’s Asia Cup 2026. Here is how the fans reacted on X: 

On the field, Pakistan have already secured their place in the semi-finals after beating Hong Kong by 72 runs. They will face Sri Lanka in the semi-final on Friday, September 11, with a place in the final at stake. Pakistan will now look to focus on their cricket as they aim to reach the tournament final.