Cricket icon Virat Kohli and his wife, actor Anushka Sharma, welcomed the year 2026 with a series of personal and playful social media posts that delighted their millions of fans. The couple's understated yet glamorous celebrations offered a glimpse into their private life as they stepped into the new year together.
Intimate New Year Celebrations on Social Media
Kohli chose a simple yet powerful way to mark the beginning of 2026, sharing a photograph with Anushka Sharma on New Year's Day. The image, set in a glamorous environment, captured a warm and personal moment between the couple. Notably, the former India captain did not accompany the post with a long caption, opting instead for a single star emoji that fans interpreted as a symbol of their shining bond.
In an earlier post, the duo showcased their playful side. Both were seen wearing masks, with Kohli's mask humorously designed to resemble Spider-Man. This light-hearted picture highlighted their fun-loving approach to the celebrations. Later, Kohli posted another masked picture on Instagram, this time with a heartfelt caption: “Stepping into 2026 with the light of my life.” The posts were flooded with comments from fans and well-wishers, all sending love and best wishes for the year ahead.
Historic Return to Domestic Cricket and Record-Breaking Feat
Away from the social media spotlight, Virat Kohli continues to dominate on the cricket field, especially in the One-Day International format. Following his retirement from T20 Internationals and Test cricket, the 37-year-old batter is enjoying a prolific phase in ODIs.
In a significant move, Kohli recently returned to India's premier domestic one-day competition after a gap of 15 years. His comeback was nothing short of spectacular. He made an immediate impact by scoring 131 and 77 runs in two successive innings, decisively reaffirming his class and undiminished hunger for runs.
These stellar performances led to a historic milestone. Kohli became the fastest batter in history to reach 16,000 runs in List A cricket, shattering a long-standing record previously held by the legendary Sachin Tendulkar. This domestic success came on the heels of a brilliant ODI series against South Africa, where Kohli's two centuries and a fifty were instrumental in securing a 2-1 series victory for India.
Focus on Upcoming Challenges and National Duty
With his form peaking, all eyes are now on the upcoming home series. The Indian squad is scheduled to assemble in Vadodara on January 8 to prepare for the ODI series against New Zealand. The three-match ODI series begins on January 11, which will be followed by a five-match T20I series later in the same month.
Kohli's journey into 2026 perfectly blends personal joy with professional excellence. While he shares cherished moments with his family, his unwavering dedication to cricket continues to break records and set new benchmarks, keeping him at the pinnacle of the sport.
