Virat Kohli's Social Media Activity Reignites Past Relationship Chatter
Indian cricket superstar Virat Kohli has found himself at the center of online attention once more, but this time it has nothing to do with his performance on the cricket pitch. The focus has shifted to his social media behavior, specifically an Instagram 'like' on a post by German vlogger LizLaz. This seemingly minor action has triggered a wave of memes, mild criticism, and most notably, a rare public reaction from his former girlfriend, Brazilian model and actor Izabelle Leite.
Izabelle Leite's Weary Response to Continued Association
The controversy began when an Instagram page shared a collage featuring Izabelle Leite, Anushka Sharma, German vlogger LizLaz, and actress Avneet Kaur. All these women have reportedly received 'likes' from Kohli's Instagram account at various points. The caption on the post declared, "Nobody can deny about Virat Kohli is that his taste in women is absolute elite," and added, "From Izabelle Leite to Anushka Sharma… elite taste is just part of the brand."
Reacting directly to this post, Izabelle Leite dropped a weary emoji and wrote, "it's been 12 years, and counting. why can't people get over it," accompanied by a bowing emoji. Her comment made it abundantly clear that she is not amused by the persistent connection to her past relationship with Kohli, which she has long moved on from.
A Past Relationship That Refuses to Fade from Public Memory
For those unfamiliar with the history, Izabelle Leite and Virat Kohli reportedly dated between 2012 and 2014, before he began his relationship with Anushka Sharma. Back in 2014, during promotions for her film Purani Jeans, Izabelle firmly shut down questions about Kohli's personal life, emphasizing her desire to focus solely on her professional work.
Since then, Izabelle has completely moved on with her life. She is now married and settled in Doha, Qatar, with her husband and two children. On the professional front, she was last seen in the films Mr. Majnu (2019) and World Famous Lover (2020), with no new projects announced so far.
Kohli's Pattern of Social Media 'Likes' and Clarifications
Interestingly, this is not the first instance where Kohli's social media activity has generated significant chatter. In May 2025, a fan noticed that he had 'liked' a picture of actress Avneet Kaur. As screenshots of this interaction went viral across social media platforms, Kohli issued a clarification, attributing the 'like' to an "algorithm error."
His latest 'like' on LizLaz's post has once again triggered speculation and discussion among fans and followers. However, unlike the previous incident, the cricketer has chosen to remain silent this time around, offering no explanation or comment.
Virat and Anushka: Maintaining a Steady Personal Front
Amidst this social media buzz, Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma continue to maintain a relatively private personal life. The couple tied the knot in a private ceremony in 2017 and are proud parents to daughter Vamika, born in 2021, and son Akaay, born in 2024.
On the professional front, Anushka Sharma was last seen in the film Zero alongside Shah Rukh Khan, followed by a cameo appearance in Qala (2022). Her highly anticipated sports drama Chakda 'Xpress remains unreleased, with no new announcements regarding its release date or other upcoming projects.
The incident highlights how even minor social media interactions by high-profile celebrities like Virat Kohli can quickly escalate into major talking points, often dragging past relationships back into the spotlight despite the individuals involved having moved on with their lives.
