- Virat Kohli liked influencer’s post, sparking online discussion.
- This mirrors a similar 2025 ‘algorithm’ incident.
- Fans, including Yuzvendra Chahal, revived the meme.
Virat Kohli has once again become a talking point online, not for his exploits on the cricket field, but due to a social media interaction. A post featuring South African influencer LizLaz quickly grabbed attention and spiralled into widespread discussion across platforms as Instagram showed it to have been ‘liked’ by the cricket icon. What may have otherwise gone unnoticed has now turned into a viral moment as screenshots of the interaction began circulating within minutes, fuelling speculation and humour among fans.
Kohli’s ‘Algorithm’ Meme Makes A Comeback
Virat Kohli liked a photo of an influencer (by mistake obviously)
Yuzvendra Chahal commented “Algorithm” on that post. 😭😭😭 pic.twitter.com/IdxX4kbiZY
— Incognito (@Incognito_qfs) April 17, 2026
The incident has reignited memories of a similar episode from 2025, when Virat Kohli had “liked” a fan page post dedicated to actress and influencer Avneet Kaur.
At the time, the former India captain addressed the situation, explaining that the interaction was unintentional and linked it to an algorithm-related issue while he was clearing his Instagram feed.
That explanation has since become a recurring joke among fans. With the latest development, social media users were quick to revisit the same reasoning, transforming it into a meme trend once again. The phrase “algorithm” has now effectively become shorthand for such accidental engagements in Kohli’s online activity.
Chahal Joins The Banter
Adding to the buzz, Kohli’s former India teammate Yuzvendra Chahal also weighed in on the situation. Currently representing Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the IPL, Chahal joined fans in referencing the meme, commenting ‘Algorithm 💀’, further amplifying the humour around the episode.
While the incident itself remains trivial, it highlights how even the smallest actions by high-profile athletes like Virat Kohli can quickly gain traction online. As fans continue to dissect and meme his social media presence, the ‘algorithm’ joke appears far from fading anytime soon.
