Virat Kohli ‘Unlikes’ German Influencer LizLaz’s Instagram Post Following Severe Social Media Backlash

The “like” heard ’round the internet has reportedly been retracted. Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) icon Virat Kohli has once again sent social media into a frenzy, this time by allegedly “unliking” a post by German influencer LizLaz following a wave of viral memes and public scrutiny.

The drama began earlier today when eagle-eyed fans spotted Kohli’s engagement on a “golden hour” photo posted by LizLaz. Given Kohli’s massive global following, the interaction instantly became the top trending topic, sparking a massive “meme fest” and leading many to recall his 2025 clarification regarding a similar interaction with actor Avneet Kaur.

The Great Retraction

As the speculation grew and screenshots of the notification shared by photographer Advait Vaidya circulated, reports emerged that the “like” had vanished from the post.

• The Reaction: Fans were quick to label the move as “damage control,” with many quipping that the “algorithm has been fixed.”
• Silence from the Camp: As of now, neither Virat Kohli nor his management team has issued a formal statement regarding whether the initial interaction was accidental.

The “LizLaz” Surge

While the cricketer may have moved on, the “Kohli effect” has left its mark on LizLaz. The German–South African travel vlogger and singer saw a massive surge in her follower count and profile visits almost immediately after the notification went viral.

The episode serves as a stark reminder of the intense scrutiny faced by high-profile athletes, where even a single tap on a screen can overshadow on-field achievements.

Currently, Kohli remains focused on the IPL 2026 season, where he continues to hold the Orange Cap. However, for a few hours on Friday, the “King’s” digital footprint was the only score the internet cared about.