Virat Kohli shares heartwarming moment with childhood coach Rajkumar Sharma after RCB win over DC

Virat Kohli returned to his hometown with a heartwarming performance as Royal Challengers Bengaluru defeated Delhi Capitals in an IPL 2025 clash at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Despite playing against the home team, Kohli once again captured the hearts of Delhi fans with his composed fifty and a touching moment with his childhood coach Rajkumar Sharma.

Delhi’s love affair with Virat Kohli continues

Every time Virat Kohli steps onto the field in Delhi, it feels like a festival. Be it his Test against Australia in 2023 or his Ranji Trophy comeback, the Delhi crowd never misses a chance to celebrate their hometown hero. Last evening was no different, even though Kohli was playing for RCB. Divided loyalties saw fans cheering both for DC and for Kohli, who struck a calm 51-run knock, his sixth half-century of the season, setting up RCB’s six-wicket victory.

The Arun Jaitley Stadium roared with excitement each time Kohli walked near the stand named after him – the Virat Kohli Pavilion. From the early days when Kohli honed his skills at the historic Feroz Shah Kotla Ground, the bond between him and Delhi’s cricket fans has only grown stronger.

Emotional reunion with Rajkumar Sharma

After the match, Kohli shared a heartwarming reunion with Rajkumar Sharma, his childhood coach. Kohli touched Sharma’s feet in a mark of respect, bringing a wide smile to the Dronacharya awardee’s face. In a playful gesture, Sharma responded with a friendly punch to Kohli’s abs – a moment that went viral among cricket fans.

Their bond, built over 27 years since Virat’s father first introduced him to Sharma in 1998, remains unbreakable. Even today, Sharma continues to be a close confidant, having recently confirmed news about Kohli’s plans to eventually settle in London with his family.

Kohli creates a special vibe at Arun Jaitley Stadium

Before the match, Kohli’s arrival created a buzz around the stadium. Fans gathered early just to catch a glimpse of him. As Kohli stepped onto the ground for practice, he touched the field to seek blessings — a tradition that reflects his deep emotional connection with Delhi’s cricketing grounds.

Long before it was renamed, Kohli grew up playing at the old Feroz Shah Kotla under the watchful eyes of Sharma. Even today, every knock, every milestone, and every return to Delhi is a tribute to his roots and the people who shaped his journey.

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