Thai Influencer's Viral Encounter with Virat Kohli at Lord's Captivates Cricket Fans

A viral video featuring Thai sports influencer Nanji has reignited excitement among cricket fans as it captures her surprise encounter with Virat Kohli at Lord's during the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup. Originally posted months ago, the clip showcases Kohli's immense popularity, with Nanji expressing her astonishment at his global following. The video continues to attract attention, nearing a million views, and highlights Kohli's status as a fitness icon in the sports world. This spontaneous moment not only boosts Nanji's influence but also reinforces Kohli's unmatched stature in cricket.

By Narendra Chaudhary Sep 1, 2026, 12:53 IST

Viral Video of Nanji's Encounter with Virat Kohli

A video featuring Thai sports influencer Nanji (@njnanji) has taken social media by storm, rekindling excitement among cricket enthusiasts months after its initial release. The footage, originally shared in June, captures Nanji's surprise as she spots former Indian cricket captain Virat Kohli alongside Shikhar Dhawan at the renowned Lord's Cricket Ground during an ICC Women’s T20 World Cup match.

Nanji, a prominent figure in Thailand's sports content creation scene, expressed her astonishment in Thai, with English subtitles translating her excitement: "I looked next to my box and there was the GOAT, the Messi and Ronaldo of cricket, Virat Kohli. This is the third most-followed athlete on Instagram in the world."

She further emphasized Kohli's vast influence, stating, "He is a cricketer from India with 273 million followers on social media. It’s fascinating to note that he has more followers than nearly any other athlete globally."

The Global Appeal of Virat Kohli

In her commentary on Kohli's widespread popularity, Nanji pointed out that cricket boasts billions of fans around the globe, and Kohli has redefined the image of cricketers as fitness and lifestyle icons. Her insights resonated with many, highlighting how Kohli's impact transcends the cricket field.

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The Thai caption accompanying her post translates to: "I can’t believe I got to see a legend of the game representing the Indian national team at the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup at Lord’s. It was wonderful to see one of cricket’s biggest icons supporting India’s ICC Women’s T20 World Cup matches at Lord’s."

Despite being uploaded months ago, the video continues to circulate widely, now nearing a million views on Instagram. This viral clip has emerged as one of the most shared cricket-related posts on the platform, eliciting enthusiastic responses from fans.

"The greatest across formats," remarked one user, while another commented, "Now you know why. Just look at your views."

Nanji's spontaneous encounter at Lord's has not only elevated her status as a sports influencer but also reaffirmed Kohli's unparalleled position in the global sports arena.