Anushka’s intense reactions from the stands
Anushka Sharma was the star of the night even from the stands as Royal Challengers Bengaluru finally lifted the IPL trophy in 2026. The actress, who has been a constant presence at matches supporting husband Virat Kohli, was seen living every ball of the high-pressure final against Gujarat Titans.
Cameras kept cutting to Anushka as RCB approached the target, capturing her nervous anticipation. She was seen clenching her fists, covering her face, and then erupting in joy when Virat hit the winning six. Videos circulating on X show her jumping up and down, hugging fellow spectators, and clapping loudly — pure, unfiltered emotions that fans instantly connected with.
Flying kisses and trophy moment
As Virat Kohli celebrated on the field with teammates, Anushka blew him flying kisses from the stands, which he acknowledged with a wave. The couple’s adorable exchange quickly became one of the most-shared moments of the evening. Later, Anushka was seen on the field posing with the IPL trophy, beaming with pride as she stood alongside her husband and the RCB squad.
This win holds special significance for Virat, who had been chasing an IPL title for nearly two decades. Anushka has been by his side through all the ups and downs of his career, and her joy at the stadium reflected the emotional weight of the moment. Several videos showed her wiping away tears of happiness as the victory sunk in.
Social media goes wild for the couple
Fans couldn’t get enough of Anushka and Virat’s celebrations. Within minutes of the win, hashtags like #ViratAnushka and #RCBChampions started trending on X. Comments ranged from ‘Cutest Bollywood-cricket couple ever’ to ‘She deserves this celebration as much as he does’. The actress has always been a vocal supporter of her husband’s team, and this victory felt like a full-circle moment for the couple.
Industry insiders say Anushka’s presence at matches has become a lucky charm for RCB, especially in knockout games. While the team had fallen short in previous seasons, this year they finally crossed the finish line — and Anushka’s emotional celebration added a Bollywood-style flourish to the sporting triumph.