Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli have shared a strong connection for years, with the current Test and ODI captain often looking up to the former India captain. However, this time, Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli’s special bond became part of a completely different kind of story.
Gill’s funny reaction on a social media video that gave him the title of Akaay Kohli’s uncle became a talking point among fans ahead of India’s three-match ODI series against the West Indies at home. Amid this, BCCI issues Rohit Sharma future update after review meeting.
Shubman Gill becomes Akaay’s ‘Uncle’ in viral reel
A funny reel making the rounds on Instagram showed a creator pretending to be Akaay Kohli’s teacher. That girl was shown asking the young son of Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma to bring his parents to school the next day after a small mistake.
The creator then added an unexpected name to the scene. Along with Kohli and Anushka, Gill was also brought into the joke as Akaay’s uncle. But the real twist came when the Indian captain himself noticed the video and even dropped the witty remark.
Shubman Gill’s one-line reaction steals the show
Shubman Gill decided to play along instead of ignoring the joke. He tagged Virat Kohli in the comment section and gave a light-hearted response. Gill was jokingly telling Kohli, "Don't worry, I’ll handle it," as he was being called Akaay’s uncle in the viral video.
His reaction quickly attracted thousands of responses. Fans turned the comment section into a meme fest. Well, the creator also reacted to Gill’s response by saying, "Shubman Gill, meet me on Monday at 11 AM. Bring his dairy as well.”
Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill set to be seen together in action soon
Gill and Kohli are expected to be seen together when India takes on the West Indies in a three-match ODI series later this month. The series is scheduled to begin on September 27. Kohli was last seen in action during the three-match ODI series in England.
Shubman and Kohli both impressed in India’s ODI series in England. Gill scored 80, 31, and 77, while Kohli made 0, 65, and 74 in the ODI series against England. Gill also retired hurt in the first ODI due to cramps with the Men in Blue losing the ODI series to the hosts. Amid this, VVS Laxman’s Director of Cricket role: BCCI gives official update.
BCCI in talks with South Africa for ODI series
Well, the BCCI is reportedly planning a major move ahead of the 2027 ICC ODI World Cup. The board has started talks with Cricket South Africa (CSA) about arranging an ODI series between India and South Africa before the ICC ODI World Cup 2027 after Shubman Gill and Gautam Gambhir asked for the same.
According to reports, the proposed series could have four to six ODIs and would be played in South Africa. The BCCI is yet to finalize India’s schedule after IPL 2027. This gives the board enough room in the Future Tours Programme to fit in a South Africa series before the ICC ODI World Cup 2027.
Shubman Gill reacts after viral reel calls him Akaay Kohli’s ‘uncle’, comment goes viral
Published - 04 Sep 2026, 04:42 PM | Updated - 04 Sep 2026, 04:46 PM
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Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli have shared a strong connection for years, with the current Test and ODI captain often looking up to the former India captain. However, this time, Shubman Gill and Virat Kohli’s special bond became part of a completely different kind of story.
Gill’s funny reaction on a social media video that gave him the title of Akaay Kohli’s uncle became a talking point among fans ahead of India’s three-match ODI series against the West Indies at home. Amid this, BCCI issues Rohit Sharma future update after review meeting.
Shubman Gill becomes Akaay’s ‘Uncle’ in viral reel
A funny reel making the rounds on Instagram showed a creator pretending to be Akaay Kohli’s teacher. That girl was shown asking the young son of Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma to bring his parents to school the next day after a small mistake.
The creator then added an unexpected name to the scene. Along with Kohli and Anushka, Gill was also brought into the joke as Akaay’s uncle. But the real twist came when the Indian captain himself noticed the video and even dropped the witty remark.
Shubman Gill’s one-line reaction steals the show
Shubman Gill decided to play along instead of ignoring the joke. He tagged Virat Kohli in the comment section and gave a light-hearted response. Gill was jokingly telling Kohli, "Don't worry, I’ll handle it," as he was being called Akaay’s uncle in the viral video.
His reaction quickly attracted thousands of responses. Fans turned the comment section into a meme fest. Well, the creator also reacted to Gill’s response by saying, "Shubman Gill, meet me on Monday at 11 AM. Bring his dairy as well.”
Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill set to be seen together in action soon
Gill and Kohli are expected to be seen together when India takes on the West Indies in a three-match ODI series later this month. The series is scheduled to begin on September 27. Kohli was last seen in action during the three-match ODI series in England.
Shubman and Kohli both impressed in India’s ODI series in England. Gill scored 80, 31, and 77, while Kohli made 0, 65, and 74 in the ODI series against England. Gill also retired hurt in the first ODI due to cramps with the Men in Blue losing the ODI series to the hosts. Amid this, VVS Laxman’s Director of Cricket role: BCCI gives official update.
BCCI in talks with South Africa for ODI series
Well, the BCCI is reportedly planning a major move ahead of the 2027 ICC ODI World Cup. The board has started talks with Cricket South Africa (CSA) about arranging an ODI series between India and South Africa before the ICC ODI World Cup 2027 after Shubman Gill and Gautam Gambhir asked for the same.
According to reports, the proposed series could have four to six ODIs and would be played in South Africa. The BCCI is yet to finalize India’s schedule after IPL 2027. This gives the board enough room in the Future Tours Programme to fit in a South Africa series before the ICC ODI World Cup 2027.
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