During a high-intensity IPL 2025 match between Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Rajasthan Royals, cricket icon Virat Kohli sparked concern among fans after a strange moment on the field where he appeared to ask Sanju Samson to check his heartbeat. The unusual incident occurred just after Kohli completed a double while batting.
Kohli, who played a composed and vital innings of 56 runs, brought up his 100th T20 half-century with a boundary off Wanindu Hasaranga. His knock included 24 singles, 3 doubles, 4 fours, and 2 sixes, and was crucial for RCB’s total. It was also his second half-century of the current IPL season.
However, the moment that caught everyone off guard was when Kohli, seemingly fatigued, approached opposition wicketkeeper Sanju Samson and placed a hand on his own chest, gesturing as if to have his heartbeat checked. Samson responded by taking off his gloves, placing a hand on Kohli’s chest, and assured him with a smile that all seemed fine. While the interaction appeared playful, Kohli continued to hold his chest afterward, signaling a moment of possible discomfort.
Shortly after, Kohli was seen receiving medical attention on the field, which led to growing concerns on social media. The video clip of the incident has since gone viral, with fans worldwide expressing their worry and sending well wishes for Kohli’s health.
While there has been no official statement regarding Kohli’s condition so far, his gesture and the need for treatment hint at possible short-term physical strain, likely due to intense running in hot conditions. Fans now eagerly await an update from RCB or BCCI about Kohli’s well-being.
