Virat Kohli Instagram Disappearance: The sudden incident shocked fans on Friday morning after one of the biggest accounts on the platform appeared to vanish overnight. With more than 270 million followers, Kohli’s silence did not go unnoticed and quickly became a major topic of discussion on social media.
The Indian cricket legend has always maintained a steady presence on Instagram. He often shared family moments with his wife, Anushka Sharma, and used the platform for brand commitments. It was also where he announced his retirement from Test cricket in 2025, a post that became one of the most engaged sports updates of the year.
So when the account suddenly went missing, fans reacted instantly.
Virat Kohli Instagram Disappearance Sparks Confusion And Online Reactions
With Kohli’s profile inaccessible, reactions flooded on X and Instagram. While many fans expressed concern, others speculated about a possible digital detox. However, a section of users unfairly dragged Anushka Sharma into the situation.
Some users flooded the comment sections and replies with unnecessary blame.
One X user wrote, “Anushka Sharma destroyed everything. Virat Kohli retired from Test cricketnow forced off Instagram as well. Unnecessary family drama.”
Another said, “BREAKING: Virat Kohli takes an Instagram break! Rumour has it, Anushka Sharma wasn’t too happy after he liked a model’s picture.”
On Instagram, a confused fan asked, “Bhaabhi bhaiya ka account kahan gaya?”
So far, neither Virat nor Anushka has reacted to the matter. The cricketer’s account has already been restored and is now appearing.
How Did This Happen?
At the time of the disappearance, Kohli ranked just behind Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi among athletes with the most Instagram followers. He was also the most-followed Asian individual on the platform. These figures explain why his sudden absence caused such a stir.
As of now, it remains unclear whether the account was deactivated accidentally, suspended by Meta or switched off by Kohli himself. A conscious break from social media would not be surprising. Over the years, Kohli has spoken openly about mental well-being and limiting outside noise.
What remains clear is that Kohli values his personal space. Whether it involves his family or his professional life, he has never hesitated to take control when needed.
On the cricket field, Kohli continues to perform strongly. He remains active in ODIs, the only international format he now plays. After the recent series against New Zealand, focus will shift to the IPL. Kohli is set to return in late March as he looks to defend Royal Challengers Bengaluru’s maiden title from 2025.
