NEW DELHI: It’s a well-known fact that Virat Kohli‘s influence as a cricketer knows no borders, and it was evident once again in a video on social media where kids playing cricket in a Papua New Guinea neighbourhood were quick to say ‘Virat’ when asked who is their favourite player.
The video clip floating on Twitter has gone viral and captures the admiration of these young cricket enthusiasts for Kohli.

The vlogger in the video engaged with a group of local boys in a conversation about their cricket idols, and ‘King Kohli’ was the clear favourite among the children.

Kohli’s unparalleled success on the cricket field is no secret, with over 25,000 runs across all formats establishing him as one of the game’s modern greats.
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Such is his impact that the International Olympic Committee cited Kohli’s popularity as a key factor in cricket’s inclusion in the 2028 Olympics.
Beyond his on-field exploits, Kohli’s massive social media following, exceeding 265 million followers on Instagram, reflects his status as a global icon.
Having already garnered an impressive 203 runs from four matches so far in the ongoing Indian Premier League season so far, the Royal Challengers Bengaluru icon continues to captivate audiences with his exceptional performances.