After the Indian cricket superstar was dismissed in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 match against New Zealand, his fans erupted in fury online.
But in a bizarre twist, their anger was misdirected to the wrong Instagram account.
Glenn Phillips’ stunning catch sparks chaos
During India’s final Group A match, New Zealand’s Glenn Phillips pulled off a breathtaking catch to send Kohli back to the pavilion. For many Indian fans, this was too much to handle, and they took to Instagram to express their frustration. However, instead of targeting the cricketer, they mistakenly flooded the official Instagram page of Philips, the well-known home appliance brand.
Hilarious case of misplaced rage
The Philips brand—famous for beard trimmers, air fryers, and light bulbs—was bombarded with hateful and vulgar comments from Kohli’s angry fans, who assumed it was Glenn Phillips’ profile.
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The irony? Virat Kohli himself is a brand ambassador for Philips beard trimmers, making the situation even more laughable.
India’s batting collapse
Opting to bat first, India struggled early, with Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, and Kohli all getting out cheaply. However, Kohli's dismissal sent his fans into a frenzy, resulting in a classic troll-style internet meltdown.
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As the tournament progresses, one can only hope Kohli’s fans channel their energy more accurately—perhaps by double-checking Instagram handles before launching their next digital outrage.
