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Rain interrupted Royal Challengers Bengaluru practice. Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma joined the team for pickleball. Photos of the couple enjoying the game went viral. Dinesh Karthik and his wife Dipika Pallikal also participated. Fans loved seeing Kohli relaxed after his Test cricket retirement announcement. RCB prepares for upcoming matches against Sunrisers Hyderabad and Lucknow Super Giants.
A surprise rain check turned into a viral moment of joy as Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma were spotted enjoying a spontaneous game of pickleball with the Royal Challengers Bengaluru squad. With practice washed out due to rain in Bengaluru, the RCB camp turned to some light-hearted action — and fans were treated to adorable glimpses of the star couple sharing laughs, high-fives, and some sneaky competitive spirit.Power Couple Lights Up the CourtThe photos, shared by RCB, instantly lit up social media, showing the power couple soaking in the fun just ahead of the all-important IPL playoffs.Check out the photos here:
In the photos, Virat and Anushka are seen laughing, playing, and sharing a cheerful high-five—hinting they may have scored a point or even won the match. Joining them on the court were other RCB stars, including Dinesh Karthik, who teamed up with his wife and squash champion Dipika Pallikal.
Players like Phil Salt, Romario Shepherd, Suyash Prabhudessai, and others also participated in the friendly game, which quickly became a social media sensation.Internet Reacts: CoupleGoals, With a Side of FunFans were instantly charmed by the couple’s camaraderie and playful energy—especially in the wake of Virat Kohli’s recent announcement about retiring from Test cricket. While one wrote, 'Bro already started playing a new sport… Olympics medal coming soon,' another one added, 'King & Queen in the same team.'
A fan also commented, 'CoupleGoals with a hint of #RCBStyle.'A Heartwarming Distraction Amid Big NewsThe timing of the pickleball moment resonated deeply with fans, coming soon after Virat Kohli’s emotional decision to step away from Test cricket. Known for his unwavering passion, grit, and remarkable consistency, Virat’s retirement from the longest format signals the end of a glorious chapter in Indian cricket. His impact—both as a fierce batsman and an inspiring leader—has been monumental, leaving fans across the nation stunned, nostalgic, and emotional.
With a playoff spot in the bag, RCB is now gearing up for their next clash against Sunrisers Hyderabad in Bengaluru on Friday. They’ll then wrap up their league stage with a face-off against Rishabh Pant’s Lucknow Super Giants.
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