Watch: Virat Kohli trolls Shubman Gill & GT squad with 'Babaji Ka Thullu' gesture at IPL 2026 Qualifier 1

Defending champions Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) booked their place in a fifth IPL final with a massive 92-run victory over Gujarat Titans in Qualifier 1 at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamshala on Tuesday. RCB produced a complete performance, piling up 254/5 before dominating with the ball to seal one of their biggest playoff wins in IPL history. The high-scoring clash also saw several records being broken during the contest.

While RCB’s brilliant all-round display grabbed the headlines, Virat Kohli’s lively antics after the match also became a major talking point on social media. The former RCB captain looked in a cheerful mood throughout the evening and celebrated the emphatic IPL 2026 win with his trademark energy.

One particular moment involving Gujarat Titans skipper Shubman Gill quickly went viral online. During GT’s post-match group photo session near the boundary line, Kohli was seen teasing Gill with his famous “Babaji Ka Thullu” hand gesture, leaving fans amused. Watch the viral video here.

What is 'Babaji Ka Thullu'? The viral gesture Virat Kohli Used To troll Shubman Gill & GT squad explained

‘Babaji Ka Thullu’ is a popular Hindi slang phrase that roughly means “absolutely nothing” or “you got nothing.” The phrase became widely famous through comedian Kapil Sharma, who often used it along with a signature hand gesture during his television shows. Over the years, it has become a popular pop-culture expression used in a humorous and sarcastic manner.

The gesture is generally used to mock someone after a defeat or disappointment, suggesting that they failed to achieve the result they were hoping for. It involves a unique hand movement where both hands are interlocked and rotated near the stomach area. The celebration is often used jokingly among friends, celebrities, and sports personalities.

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Virat Kohli recreated the famous gesture after Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s dominant 92-run victory over Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026 Qualifier 1 at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamshala. Following RCB’s emphatic win and qualification for their fifth IPL final, Kohli was seen playfully directing the “Babaji Ka Thullu” gesture towards Shubman Gill and the GT squad. The moment quickly went viral online, with fans across social media finding the interaction hilarious and entertaining.

Virat Kohli's 'Babaji Ka Thullu' moment — What happened, when it happened & why the Internet can't stop talking about it

Virat Kohli’s viral “Babaji Ka Thullu” moment took place shortly after Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s dominant win over Gujarat Titans in IPL 2026 Qualifier 1. RCB secured a massive 92-run victory at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamshala to book their place in the IPL final, with Kohli celebrating the result in his trademark animated style.

The incident happened during the Gujarat Titans’ post-match group photo session near the boundary line. As Shubman Gill and the GT players gathered for the photograph, the Indian batter was spotted playfully making the famous “Babaji Ka Thullu” hand gesture in their direction. The light-hearted moment immediately grabbed attention inside the stadium and on television broadcasts.

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Fans across social media quickly reacted to the clip, with many finding Kohli’s playful trolling hilarious. The video spread rapidly online within minutes and soon became one of the biggest talking points from the playoff clash. Kohli’s energetic celebrations and on-field personality once again added extra entertainment to a high-pressure IPL knockout match.

Everything that happened in RCB vs GT IPL 2026 Qualifier 1 — Full highlights, scores & turning points

Royal Challengers Bengaluru produced a complete performance to defeat Gujarat Titans by 92 runs in IPL 2026 Qualifier 1 and book their place in the final. Batting first at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamshala, RCB posted a massive 254/5 after a stunning batting display led by captain Rajat Patidar. The RCB skipper remained unbeaten on 93 off just 33 balls and dominated the Gujarat bowling attack with fearless stroke play in the death overs.

Virat Kohli also played an important role with a solid 43-run knock, while Krunal Pandya added another valuable 43. During his innings, Kohli created history by becoming the first batter to score more than 600 runs in four consecutive IPL seasons. The RCB star also crossed another major milestone by becoming the first player to score over 500 IPL runs against the Gujarat Titans.

In reply, the Gujarat Titans had a disastrous start to the chase and lost five wickets inside the powerplay. Sai Sudharsan was dismissed in an unfortunate hit-wicket dismissal, while skipper Shubman Gill also departed cheaply. The early collapse put GT under huge pressure, and the team never fully recovered from it.

Rahul Tewatia tried to keep Gujarat alive in the contest with a fighting knock of 68, but wickets continued to fall regularly at the other end. Fast bowler Jacob Duffy starred for RCB with three wickets as the Bengaluru side comfortably closed out the game and secured a place in back-to-back IPL finals.

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Apart from the intense action, Virat Kohli also entertained fans with a funny moment during the match. At one stage, Kohli pretended to bowl after completing a mock run-up with the ball in his hand before eventually giving it to Jacob Duffy. He then walked towards the umpire, collected his cap, and shared a laugh with teammates, creating a light-hearted moment during the high-pressure clash.

Kohli’s innings also helped him achieve another special record in IPL history. Gujarat Titans became the eighth IPL franchise against whom Kohli has scored more than 500 runs. The other teams on the list are Chennai Super Kings, Mumbai Indians, Kolkata Knight Riders, Rajasthan Royals, Punjab Kings, Delhi Capitals, and Sunrisers Hyderabad.

With a dominant win, record-breaking performances, and several viral moments, RCB delivered one of their most memorable playoff performances in recent years. The Bengaluru franchise now moves one step closer to ending its long wait for an IPL title.