Agra Police Raid Fake Virat Kohli One8 Shoes Manufacturing Factory (Watch Video)
Agra Police have today, August 20, 2026, successfully busted a major factory in the city, dismantling a sophisticated operation manufacturing and distributing fake Virat Kohli ONE8 branded shoes. Authorities seized counterfeit footwear and raw materials worth several lakhs of rupees.
In a significant crackdown on intellectual property infringement, Agra Police today announced the successful dismantling of a sophisticated operation engaged in the illegal production of fake Virat Kohli 'ONE8' branded shoes. The raid, conducted on Thursday, August 20, 2026, in this historic city, resulted in the seizure of counterfeit footwear and raw materials estimated to be worth several lakhs of rupees, dealing a substantial blow to the illicit trade. Viral Video Shows Fake Virat Kohli One8 Shoes Being Made in Punjab
VIDEO - Agra Police Bust Fake Virat Kohli ONE8 Shoes Factory
🚨 Virat Kohli’s ONE8 shoes being faked!
Agra Police have busted a factory involved in manufacturing counterfeit Virat Kohli ONE8 shoes. Police reportedly raided the factory and seized the fake footwear.
The counterfeit products were being made to look like the original ONE8… pic.twitter.com/YhMK1QET3e
— Vipin Tiwari (@Vipintiwari952) August 19, 2026
The operation was reportedly initiated based on confidential intelligence, leading to a swift and decisive action by authorities. The bust highlights the growing challenge of counterfeit products in the market, particularly for high-demand sports and lifestyle brands associated with global figures like Virat Kohli.
ONE8 Brand's Resurgence and Counterfeit Threat
The timing of the raid is particularly noteworthy, coinciding with a period of heightened activity and brand visibility for ONE8. Co-created by the cricketing superstar, the ONE8 brand has been aggressively expanding its footprint. Just last year, in December 2025, Virat Kohli sold his sportswear brand ONE8 to Agilitas Sports, simultaneously investing a substantial ₹40 crore to become a co-founder and investor in the integrated sports platform.
This strategic move has fueled a new era for ONE8, which officially launched pre-bookings for its latest footwear collection on June 6, 2026. This included the highly anticipated cricket-inspired 'Seam' and 'Cover Drive' franchises, alongside the 'Boom Rush' multi-activity trainer. A mere two days ago, on August 18, 2026, ONE8 held an exclusive 18-hour sale across Myntra and its official website, making its entire 180-product collection available to commemorate 18 years since Kohli's debut for India. Virat Kohli made his international debut on August 18, 2008.
Reports from July 2026 also circulated regarding viral videos purportedly showing fake ONE8 shoes being manufactured in Punjab, though these claims remained unverified at the time. Sakshi Chaudhary Highlights Virat Kohli's Crucial Role in Her CWG 2026 Boxing Gold Win
Key Facts of the Bust
| Detail | Description |
|---|---|
| Who | Agra Police |
| What | Bust of a factory manufacturing fake Virat Kohli ONE8 brand shoes |
| When | August 20, 2026 |
| Where | Agra, India |
| Seized Goods | Counterfeit ONE8 shoes and raw materials valued at lakhs of rupees |
| Reason | Production and distribution of counterfeit products |
The police action sends a strong message to those involved in the illicit trade of fake goods, safeguarding the reputation and intellectual property rights of legitimate brands and their partners. Investigations are expected to continue to uncover the full extent of the counterfeit network and bring all responsible parties to justice.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Aug 20, 2026 12:06 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
