Virat Kohli Finally Names His Favourite Fan Nickname Amongst Virushka, Mahirat, or Ro-Ko?
Virat Kohli revealed ‘Virushka’ as his favourite fan moniker, calling it special for being one of the first popular celebrity couple name combinations. He also explained how names like ‘Mahirat’ and ‘Ro-Ko’ followed the trend in Indian cricket.
Indian cricket superstar Virat Kohli has officially settled a long-standing debate among fans, revealing his favourite among the popular monikers associated with him. In a candid interview, aired today, September 27, 2026, Kohli highlighted 'Virushka' – the combined name for him and his wife, Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma – as the one that holds a special place in his heart. Virat Kohli Confirms ICC Cricket World Cup 2027 Will Be His Final Appearance For India, Says 'I'm Absolutely Ready'.
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Ahead of India's first ODI against West Indies, which is scheduled for today in Thiruvananthapuram at 2:00 PM IST, Kohli addressed the fan-generated nicknames that have become a significant part of cricketing folklore. He emphasized the unique position of 'Virushka' in this trend. "Virushka is special in a very different way. That was actually the first thing that became popular in terms of, you know, clubbing names," Kohli stated during the conversation. His comments underscore the widespread influence and the pioneering nature of the nickname, which emerged during their relationship and quickly became one of India's most recognized celebrity couple portmanteaus.
The Evolution of Fan Monikers
Kohli further elaborated on how the trend evolved, transitioning from romantic pairings to cricketing partnerships. Following 'Virushka', the fans coined 'MahiRat' to celebrate the camaraderie between Kohli and former India captain MS Dhoni. Kohli humorously described this shift: "After that, 'Mahirat' came about, like, 'They have a bromance going on,' you know? So they brought it from romance into bromance,". This moniker symbolized the strong bond and mutual respect between the two cricketing stalwarts, particularly during their time playing together.
More recently, the pairing of Kohli with current Indian captain Rohit Sharma has led to the coinage of 'Ro-Ko'. Kohli acknowledged 'Ro-Ko' as a continuation of this popular trend in Indian cricket. While 'Ro-Ko' has gained traction, it appears Kohli views it as a later development compared to the groundbreaking 'Virushka' and the 'bromance' of 'MahiRat'. Rohit Sharma Unveils Hidden T20I Retirement Agreement with Virat Kohli.
Other Famous Nicknames
Beyond these fan-created amalgamations, Kohli is also known by his personal nickname 'Chiku', which originated during his Ranji Trophy days from a coach and was famously popularized by MS Dhoni through stump mic conversations. Additionally, he is often referred to as 'King Kohli' for his unparalleled dominance in the sport. Interestingly, Kohli has previously expressed some embarrassment about being called 'King', requesting fans and even interviewers to simply call him Virat. However, the current discussion revolved specifically around the combined fan monikers.
Kohli's definitive choice sheds light on the emotional connection he shares with these fan-generated expressions of affection, particularly the one that signifies his bond with Anushka Sharma.
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