RCB Trolled for Sharing Virat Kohli, Harry Kane's Pic Ahead of England vs Argentina FIFA World Cup 2026 Semi-Final
Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) faced online trolling for a tweet featuring Virat Kohli and Harry Kane in one frame, just hours before England's FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final against Argentina. The tweet drew criticism for its timing and content as football fans gear up for the clash at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.
Indian Premier League (IPL) franchise Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) found themselves at the centre of a social media storm after posting a tweet that drew parallels between their star player Virat Kohli and England football captain Harry Kane. The tweet, shared just hours before England's highly anticipated FIFA World Cup 2026 semi-final against Argentina, quickly garnered a significant backlash from fans online. Virat Kohli's Bodyguard Accused of Abusing Accredited Indian Journalist in Birmingham During India-England ODI Series.
The post featured photo of Virat Kohli and Harry Kane captured in single frame, accompanied by the text, "India to #VK18 🤝 𝘠𝘰𝘶’𝘳𝘦 𝘨𝘰𝘯𝘯𝘢 𝘣𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘰𝘯𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘴𝘢𝘷𝘦𝘴 𝘮𝘦 🤝 England to #HK09 You’ve done very well to lead your team to the semis! #PlayBold tonight, @HKane." While intended as a motivational message, the timing and context of a cricket franchise commenting on a major football semi-final, particularly with an implied comparison of their roles as 'saviours,' did not sit well with many netizens, leading to widespread trolling and memes. England vs Argentina, FIFA World Cup 2026 Win Probability: What Polymarket Betting Prediction Markets Say.
'Had a Stroke...'
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— outmyhead (@rahjvr) July 15, 2026
'60 Business Second'
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— This User Is Dead (@shravanksk194) July 15, 2026
'W Tweet'
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— Aagaz. (@Kohlisdriv3v) July 15, 2026
'Don't Jinx It'
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— Arun S (@nuras_16) July 15, 2026
England is set to face defending champions Argentina in the second semi-final of the FIFA World Cup 2026 today, July 15, 2026, at the Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, USA. Kick-off is scheduled for 3:00 PM ET (7:00 PM UTC). This match renews one of football's most storied rivalries, with both nations vying for a spot in the coveted World Cup Final.
Harry Kane's Form and England's Journey
Harry Kane has been instrumental in England's journey to the semi-finals, showcasing prolific form throughout the tournament. He and Jude Bellingham have jointly equalled the record for most goals scored by an England player at a major tournament, each having scored six goals in the current World Cup. Kane is also England's all-time leading scorer for the national team with 85 goals as of July 5, 2026. He has netted 14 World Cup goals, making him England's outright record scorer at the finals. England's path to the semi-finals included a 3-2 victory over Mexico in the Round of 16 and a hard-fought 2-1 win against Norway in the quarter-finals.
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