Watch: Kohli’s Playful Check on Gill’s Beard Before IPL Qualifier
A lighthearted moment between two of Indian cricket’s biggest stars has captured fans’ attention just days before a high-stakes IPL clash.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s Virat Kohli was seen playfully inspecting Shubman Gill’s beard in a short video shared on Sunday. The Gujarat Titans captain stood smiling as Kohli leaned in for a closer look at his facial hair, sparking laughter and love from fans online. Watch Video here-
🚨 Virat Kohli teasing Shubman Gill for his beard in the Dharamshala today. 😂❤️ pic.twitter.com/zpCOWksuRZ
— Ahmed Says (@AhmedGT_) May 24, 2026
The two share a special bond. Shubman Gill has often called Kohli his idol, and the senior batter has mentored the young opener over the years. Their brotherly vibe was on full display in the clip.
The friendly moment comes just before a serious battle. RCB and Gujarat Titans will face off in Qualifier 1 on Tuesday at Dharamshala’s HPCA Stadium. The winner will go straight to the IPL final on May 31. Both teams have played strong cricket through the league stage and will now fight for a direct spot in the title clash.
Fans loved seeing the two stars share such a warm moment before such a big game.
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