Royal Challengers Bengaluru star Virat Kohli reacted to a social media rumor regarding his travel arrangements for the upcoming IPL 2026 season. The Indian batter dismissed outlandish claims suggesting he demanded private transportation to the United Kingdom between matches.
A news portal named WorldInLast24Hrs shared the controversial post. The publication falsely claimed that Kohli had requested RCB management to provide chartered flights so he could visit London whenever the franchise had a three-day break.
Virat Kohli Shuts Down Viral Rumor Ahead of IPL 2026
Virat Kohli shared a screenshot of the fabricated rumor along with two laughing emojis, brushing off the claim. Kohli and his wife Anushka Sharma have been residing in London since welcoming their son Akaay in February 2024.
The couple chose the United Kingdom to raise their children away from constant media scrutiny and public attention in India.
Kohli will already face extensive domestic travel during the season, making such claims unrealistic. Royal Challengers Bengaluru are set to play at least seven away matches during the demanding two-month league stage.
The defending champions will begin their IPL 2026 campaign on March 28, with Kohli and RCB set to host Sunrisers Hyderabad at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru.