as a countdown to ipl 2026 picks up speed, Virat Kohli has found itself at the center of fresh speculation – this time over alleged travel arrangements during the tournament. however, Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) The star has now reacted to the rumours, calling it nothing more than baseless nonsense.
The controversy began when reports emerged that Kohli had requested chartered flights to travel between India and London during the break in the IPL schedule. According to these rumours, the former Indian captain had planned to opt out if there was a gap of more than three days between matches.
Kohli replied immediately and directly. On her Instagram Stories she reshared the claim and reacted with laughing emojis, clearly indicating that there is no truth to the story. By terming it as ‘fake news’ without issuing a long statement, Kohli gave his reaction a chance to speak out.
His response quickly went viral, with fans applauding the frankness and direct dismissal. In an era where speculation runs rampant, Kohli’s light-hearted but firm denial helped shut down the story before it could escalate further.
Debate continues on London connection
Although this particular rumor has been put to rest, talk of Kohli’s London association is nothing new. In recent years, the star batsman has spent significant time in the UK during off-season periods, especially after becoming a father for the second time. For Kohli, London offers something he rarely experiences in India – privacy. Away from the intense spotlight, he has often been seen engaging in relatively normal routines, doing everyday activities such as walking in parks or shopping.
This change is widely seen as a conscious effort to provide a more grounded upbringing to his family, especially his children. The move reflects a personal choice to balance global stardom with a quiet life off the field.
Focus turns to IPL 2026 with RCB
Amidst the noise, Kohli has already returned to India and has joined the RCB camp in Bengaluru. The defending champions are preparing for a strong start to their campaign at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium. The match with RCB is fixed Sunrisers Hyderabad in the opening match on March 28, and all eyes will be on Kohli as he begins another important IPL season. With expectations rising, the experienced batsman will want to lead from the front and silence any distractions from his performance on the field.
