The ace India batter, Virat Kohli who is known for many things: his match-winning innings; his passionate celebrations, and his energy both on- and off-field. All of these were missing, especially after RCB's two-run win over CSK in match number 52 of IPL 2025. Known for his passionate celebrations and high-energy presence, Kohli’s subdued demeanor left fans puzzled. His body language, usually full of intensity and expression, was notably missing after what was one of the most dramatic wins for RCB in IPL 2025. Hence, Kohli's silence after the win has raised a lot of eyebrows and have also ignited considerable speculation.

Cameras captured Kohli walking off the field in complete silence, without even a fist pump or acknowledgment of the crowd, which is a rare sight for someone who thrives on emotional expression. Moments later, he was spotted sitting alone in the RCB team box, deep in thought, visibly detached from the rest of the team’s celebrations. This behavior has led to discussions online, with many fans pointing toward a potential off-field issue that might be bothering him, especially in the context of recent events.

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One particular theory gaining traction involves a recent Instagram controversy, where Kohli was seen liking a post that created significant buzz. Many netizens are now wondering if the backlash from that incident has taken an emotional toll on him. Despite RCB’s incredible win, which could have easily seen Kohli in his trademark jubilant form, his detached appearance has left fans concerned and curious. Whether it’s disappointment, distraction, or something more personal, Kohli’s silence has become the most talked-about moment post-match.

Watch how fans have spotted this;

VIRAT KOHLI IN THE DRESSING ROOM AFTER YESTERDAY'S WIN AT CHINNASWAMY. 🥺

- Virat didn't smile even once in the whole 10 minute video of RCB.!! pic.twitter.com/v5OcBqicQM

— Tanuj (@ImTanujSingh) May 4, 2025

What happened to you my man🥺
Today you completely looked off
Couldn't celebrated 50
Couldn't celebrated any wicket
Couldn't celebrated after the victory

Looks likethose memes affected you mentally
But please forget and move on
Love you forever @imVkohli ❤#RCBvCSK #ViratKohli pic.twitter.com/W0B66aoUOi

— Shreyansh (@vk_matters__) May 3, 2025

People have broken a strong man 🙂💔. Like literally people have problems with everything Virat Kohli does, how much can a person tolerate this? Chin up champ, we all are with you. pic.twitter.com/16qcwVacBI

— leisha (@katyxkohli17) May 3, 2025

Kohli had to clarify his unintentional behaviour

On Friday, Virat Kohli issued a clarification following the social media uproar surrounding his alleged "like" on a fan page post featuring actress Avneet Kaur. The incident quickly went viral, sparking widespread speculation and debate among fans and netizens alike. Many questioned whether the action was intentional or a result of a glitch, especially given Kohli's high-profile public image. In response to the buzz, Kohli addressed the matter to put an end to the assumptions, aiming to clear the air and shift focus back to cricket and his on-field performance.

“I’d like to clarify that while clearing my feed, it appears the algorithm may have mistakenly registered an interaction. There was no intent behind it. I request that no unnecessary assumptions be made," Kohli posted on his Instagram story.