Virat Kohli's Social Media Blunder Sparks Memes Involving LizLaz

A recent incident involving Indian cricketer Virat Kohli and German influencer LizLaz has ignited a social media frenzy. Kohli accidentally liked one of LizLaz's bold Instagram photos, leading to widespread memes and discussions online. This isn't the first time Kohli has faced scrutiny for his social media interactions with female artists, as he previously encountered a similar situation with actress Avneet Kaur. The internet's reaction has been swift, with humorous comments and jibes from fellow cricketers. Explore the details of this unfolding story and the couple's relationship history.

By Narendra Chaudhary Apr 17, 2026, 13:18 IST

Controversy Surrounding Virat Kohli and LizLaz

German influencer LizLaz has found herself at the center of a controversy involving Indian cricketer Virat Kohli. Reports emerged on April 16 indicating that Kohli had liked one of her bold Instagram photos. Although he quickly unliked it, the situation remains ambiguous as to whether it was a genuine mistake or a glitch in the platform's algorithm. This incident marks the second time Kohli has attracted attention for liking a female artist's post; in 2025, he accidentally liked a photo of actress Avneet Kaur, which led to significant media coverage and a subsequent clarification from him. This latest occurrence has once again ignited a wave of memes and discussions online.

Who is LizLaz?

LizLaz, a German influencer, holds a Master's degree in Psychology and is known for her appreciation of art and culture, as reflected in her Instagram handle (@lizlaz_tv). She has showcased traditional attire from various cultures, including Indian sarees and Korean hanboks. With a following of 433K, she collaborates with influencers from different countries and identifies as a vlogger, foodie, and singer.

Social Media Reactions

Internet reacts with a meme fest

Following Kohli's like on LizLaz's photo, social media erupted with memes and comments. One Reddit user quipped, "Anushka will be very upset," while another humorously suggested, "Cheeku bhai private id bnalo.." Observers noted Kohli's pattern of similar incidents, dubbing it a "mistakenly registered interaction." One Instagram comment read, "Chain se like bhi ni krne deta ye samaaj," while another joked, "@anushkasharma Bhabhiji unke phone se galti se maine kr diya tha."

Yuzvendra Chahal's Comment

Yuzvendra Chahal took a jibe

Virat's fellow cricketer Yuzvendra Chahal also chimed in, humorously commenting on LizLaz's post with the word "Algorithm" accompanied by a skull emoji.

Previous Clarification by Virat Kohli

Virat Kohli's previous clarification during Avneet Kaur's case

In response to the uproar over his like on Avneet Kaur's photo last year, Kohli clarified, "I’d like to clarify that while clearing my feed, it appears the algorithm may have mistakenly registered an interaction. There was absolutely no intent behind it. I request that no unnecessary assumptions be made."

Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli's Relationship

Anushka-Virat's marriage

Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli first crossed paths during a brand endorsement shoot in 2013. Their friendship blossomed into romance, and after several years of keeping their relationship private, they married in 2017. The couple welcomed their first child, a daughter named Vamika, in 2021, followed by a son named Akaay in 2024.