Virat Kohli remains one of the most legendary cricketers that not just India but the entire world has witnessed. His fan following goes far beyond the country, and the craze to watch him play in the Indian Premier League is proof of that unmatched popularity. The star batter once again lived up to expectations with a match-winning knock for Royal Challengers Bengaluru against Sunrisers Hyderabad in the season opener.
Not long ago, Kohli had moved to London with his family in February 2024 and has since been leading a relatively low-key life there. Amid all this, seeing him back on the ground in the T20 format remains a special moment for fans. However, the move has also invited some light trolling online, and during a recent fun chat, Kohli reacted to being jokingly addressed as the “overseas player” of RCB.
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In A Fun Conversation With Danish Sait aka Mr Nags, Virat Kohli Responds To ‘Overseas Player’ Chatter
Virat Kohli recently became the subject of a light-hearted debate on social media after a section of fans jokingly started calling him an “overseas player” for Royal Challengers Bengaluru. The buzz began after the star cricketer shifted his base to London with his family in 2024. Since then, Kohli has been spending a significant amount of time there, choosing a quieter life away from the constant spotlight in India.
However, he still returns whenever there are important cricketing commitments, the latest being the ODI series against New Zealand in January 2026.
Interestingly, the topic surfaced during a fun segment in an RCB Insider Show video featuring comedian Danish Sait in his popular Mr Nags avatar. Referring to the chatter online, Sait joked,
“People are saying RCB are playing five overseas players. I am not understanding what they are saying actually.”
The remark left Kohli smiling, as the conversation quickly turned into a playful moment.
Responding with his trademark wit, Kohli said,
“I don’t know, why are you asking me? Ask the overseas players. I am not an overseas player. Am I an overseas player?”
His cheeky reply soon grabbed attention on social media, with fans enjoying how casually he brushed off the trolling.
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Virat Kohli reflects on RCB glory, ‘victory is the accumulation of hard work’
For Virat Kohli, winning the title with Royal Challengers Bengaluru was more than just another trophy — it was the end of a long and emotional journey. After years of coming close and facing heartbreaks, the star batter finally experienced the joy of lifting the title in his 18th season with the franchise. Looking back at the moment, Kohli admitted that the victory brought a huge sense of relief after such a long wait.
Speaking about the feeling after the win, Kohli recalled how everything suddenly felt lighter.
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“I had heard of this statement or this saying, four years, monkey off the back. That night I really felt what it means. Everything became light.”
He said so while describing the emotional release that came with finally achieving the long-awaited success.
Reflecting on the bigger meaning of triumph in the Indian Premier League, Kohli explained that victory is much deeper than just the result on the scoreboard. He said,
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“Victory is the accumulation of hard work, all the sacrifices you’ve made, to be committed to the sport. It all comes together as a form of assurance, a reward, to know that you haven’t wasted your time”.
Kohli also acknowledged that while defeats can teach valuable lessons, they can also discourage players. He added,
“When you win after a lot of hard work, it makes you feel a sense of justice to the work that you put in, and also gives you motivation to work harder”.
Have a look at the whole interaction,
While the internet may continue to poke fun at Virat Kohli’s London life, one thing is certain and that is that, when it comes to Royal Challengers Bengaluru and the Indian Premier League, he still belongs right at the heart of the action. What are your thoughts on this? Do share them in the comments below.
