In a moment that felt more like a “glitch in the Matrix” than a standard fan interaction, Virat Kohli He came face to face with his childhood doppelganger ahead of the recently concluded first ODI between India and New Zealand at the Kotambi Stadium. Unique similarity between former Indian captain and 8 year old child proud perfect This led to an uproar on social media, with Kohli himself leading the laughter.
A shout caught Virat Kohli’s attention
In a new viral interview, the young fan opened up about the conversation and confirmed that Kohli not only acknowledged the similarity but also lovingly gave him a new nickname. Recalling that incident, Garvit revealed that he did not do anything extraordinary to grab Kohli’s attention. All it required was a call of his idol’s name. Surprised, Kohli immediately turned back and looked in his direction, a moment that left the young fan elated.
According to Garvitt, Kohli came to him, welcomed him warmly and assured him that he would return after completing his practice. True to his word, the former Indian captain was back, but not before sharing a laugh with his teammates about the uncanny resemblance.
“I like Kohli’s style and aura. I just shouted his name once and he looked at me. He came, said hello and told me he would return in a while.” Garwitt said in a viral video shared on Twitter.
When Kohli calls his young fan ‘Chhota Chiku’
Garvitt revealed that Kohli was the first to point him towards the star Indian opener Rohit SharmaHe joked that his “duplicate” was sitting in the stands. The light-hearted comment instantly spread smiles in the Indian camp and perfectly expressed Kohli’s relaxed mood during the session.
When Kohli finally reached the young fan, he affectionately called him ‘Chhota Cheeku’, a nod to his childhood nickname Cheeku. The conversation soon turned into a memorable meet and greet with autographs, pictures and shared laughs.
“After this he went to Rohit Sharma and told him, ‘There is my duplicate.’ They called me Chhota Chiku.” Garvitt added.
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Meeting India’s biggest stars
This day became even more special for Garvit as he got a chance to meet many Indian cricketers together. Apart from Kohli and Rohit Sharma, also talked to young fans. KL Rahul And Arshdeep SinghTickling a dream list that many fans only dream of.
“I met KL Rahul, Virat Kohli, Arshdeep Singh and Rohit Sharma.” Young Garvit further added.
Virat Kohli told Rohit Sharma, “Look my duplicate is sitting there.”
– Virat Kohli called him Chhota Chiku 😭❤️ pic.twitter.com/b4r1DopMUa
– Virat Kohli Fan Club (@Trend_VKohli) 12 January 2026
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