German-South African influencer LizLaz, also known as Jennifer, has found herself at the centre of a social media storm in India after cricket superstar Virat Kohli allegedly liked one of her older Instagram posts. The interaction, which reportedly saw Kohli later remove the 'like', quickly went viral across various platforms, igniting a flurry of memes and online discussions. Reacting to the unexpected attention, LizLaz expressed surprise, stating she only became aware of the incident after waking up to a deluge of news reports and messages. You can follow the Royal Challengers Bengaluru vs Delhi Capitals Match Scorecard.

An Unexpected Viral Moment

The incident unfolded recently when eagle-eyed fans noticed Kohli's official Instagram account had interacted with a post by LizLaz, dated January 30, 2026. Screenshots of the alleged 'like' rapidly circulated, transforming a seemingly minor digital action into a major talking point. LizLaz recounted her astonishment, telling Hindustan Times, "It was crazy because I woke up and then I was all over the news. I don't even know when he liked the picture, I learnt through the news. So many people found the articles done on me on many different platforms and sent them to me in my DMs."

Sympathy for the Cricketer

Despite being the recipient of newfound attention,  LizLaz conveyed a sense of empathy for Kohli. Commenting on reports that the cricketer subsequently unliked the post, she remarked, "No, I felt a bit sorry for him actually!" She further elaborated that she believed the situation had been 'blown out of proportion' and was likely not an intentional act on Kohli's part.  LizLaz also revealed her connection to Indian cricket, having become a fan of Kohli and the Indian Premier League (IPL) during a visit to India last year.

The 'Algorithm' Explanation Returns

This is not the first instance of Virat Kohli's Instagram activity sparking widespread online chatter. The former India captain has previously faced similar situations, notably in 2025 (or 2024 according to some reports) when his account allegedly liked a post by actress Avneet Kaur.

At that time, Kohli clarified the interaction as an 'algorithm' issue that occurred while he was clearing his feed. This explanation has since become a recurring joke among fans, who have once again referenced the ' algorithm glitch' in response to the latest incident involving LizLaz. Virat Kohli's Instagram 'Like' on Influencer LizLaz Post Goes Viral; Yuzvendra Chahal Drops 'Algorithm' Comment.

The viral nature of the event underscores the immense public interest in the personal and digital lives of high-profile figures like Virat Kohli.

While the exact circumstances of the Instagram 'like' remain unconfirmed, the episode has undoubtedly brought significant exposure to LizLaz, a German-South African travel vlogger and singer known for her cultural storytelling and growing Indian fanbase.

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