Viral Video: Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma’s emotional hug steals the spotlight after India’s Champions Trophy win

As Team India celebrated their Champions Trophy 2025 victory, one of the most heartwarming moments of the night was Virat Kohli’s emotional embrace with his wife, Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma. After India’s four-wicket win over New Zealand, Kohli, overcome with joy, was seen rushing up the stairs like an excited child to meet Anushka, who was walking down to greet him. The couple shared a long, warm hug, a moment that quickly went viral on social media, melting the hearts of fans.

Anushka Sharma’s unwavering support

Anushka Sharma, a constant pillar of support in Kohli’s cricketing journey, was present at the Dubai International Cricket Stadium to cheer for Team India. As the match ended, she was seen clapping and celebrating the hard-fought win.

Rohit Sharma and Kohli’s dandiya dance with stumps

Adding to the post-match celebrations, Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli broke into a joyful dandiya dance, using the match stumps as props. Their spontaneous dance after Ravindra Jadeja’s winning boundary showcased the sheer joy and camaraderie within the team, making for yet another viral moment.

Kohli’s impact in the tournament

While Kohli had an early exit in the final, he played a crucial role in India’s campaign, scoring 218 runs across five innings, making him India’s second-highest run-scorer after Shreyas Iyer (243 runs at an average of 48.60). His consistent performances were instrumental in India’s unbeaten run throughout the tournament.

Rohit Sharma’s match-winning knock

Captain Rohit Sharma led from the front, scoring a match-winning 76 off 83 balls, setting the foundation for India’s successful chase of 252. His innings earned him the Player of the Match award, as India lifted their third Champions Trophy title.

A historic triumph for India

With this victory, India completed back-to-back ICC triumphs, adding to their 2024 T20 World Cup win. Rohit Sharma’s leadership, and the team’s overall dominance made the Champions Trophy 2025 a historic and unforgettable campaign for Indian cricket.