The boy throws the bat to the ground in frustration and cries. (Video frames) NEW DELHI: A deeply emotional moment involving a young fan of Virat Kohli has gone viral as the ongoing IPL 2026 season has intensified, capturing the pain of missing out on meeting the star batsman.In the widely circulated clip, a little boy is seen waiting outside the Royal Challengers Bengaluru team hotel, clutching a cricket bat, hoping Kohli will sign it. As the former Indian captain passes by with his security detail, the kid tries to approach him but is held back.Tearful reaction caught on cameraA moment later, the disappointment becomes overwhelming. The boy throws the bat to the ground in frustration and bursts into tears and uncontrollable cries before running back to his parents. The raw emotion of the scene made the video one of the most talked about moments of the tournament.The footage, widely shared across social media platforms, highlights the intense admiration Kohli commands among fans, especially young followers who often wait hours for a brief interaction.While Kohli is often seen stopping for autographs and selfies, situations like these highlight the challenges of managing large crowds and a tight schedule during a high-profile tournament.WATCH:Kohli’s high presence in IPL 2026The incident comes at a time when Kohli is enjoying another prolific season. The RCB star recently became the first player in IPL history to cross the 9,000-run mark, further cementing his legacy as one of the league’s best players.His consistent form and match-winning runs have been central to RCB’s campaign this year, with the veteran continuing to dominate opposition attacks.But the viral clip serves as a reminder of how fleeting such moments can be — and how deeply it can affect young fans when expectations aren’t met.
