Ishant Sharma and Virat Kohli (Image Credit: X) NEW DELHI: The friendship between Indian batting star Virat Kohli and pacer Ishant Sharma is well known. Having played together since childhood in Delhi and later for India, the duo share a long-standing bond. Every time they meet, it brings back beautiful memories. During the IPL 2026 clash between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Gujarat Titans, the two were seen catching up, sharing a warm hug, cracking jokes and enjoying a light-hearted moment.In a video that has gone viral on social media, Ishant, wearing a bib over his Gujarat Titans jersey, is seen next to Kohli near the boundary ropes. The two had a jovial conversation, laughing and joking.Ishant is part of the Gujarat Titans set-up while Kohli continues to represent RCB in IPL 2026.But the match also witnessed a dramatic and controversial moment with Kohli at its centre. He was seen questioning the fourth umpire after a disputed catch by Jason Holder led to the dismissal of RCB captain Rajat Patidar.The incident occurred at a crucial stage of the first innings when RCB were looking to build a solid platform.In the eighth over, Patidar, batting on 19, attempted a pull to speed up the scoring. Holder reacted quickly and leapt forward to complete a low catch while Kagiso Rabada also came close, almost leading to a collision between the two fielders.The replay appeared inconclusive as to whether the ball touched the ground. Despite the uncertainty, a third umpire upheld the decision after review and Patidar was released.The call left Kohli and the RCB camp visibly unhappy at a crucial moment in the match.Gujarat Titans eventually sealed a thrilling four-wicket win over defending champions RCB.GT bowled out RCB for 155 in 19.2 overs before chasing down the target of 15.5 overs. Shubman Gill (43 off 18), Jos Buttler (39 off 19) and Rahul Tewatia (27* off 17) led the charge with the bat.Despite the loss, RCB remained second in the points table with 12 points while Gujarat Titans remained fifth but moved to 10 points with the win.
