Virat Kohli's Instagram Post Breaks Internet; Becomes Most-Liked Pic In India

Star India batter Virat Kohli broke the internet on Saturday by sharing a heartfelt message about Men in Blue's victory in the T20 World Cup final against South Africa.

Team India secured a thrilling 7-run victory in the final, held in Barbados, to clinch their second World Cup trophy and putting and end to 11-year ICC title drought.

The 35-year-old Kohli, visibly emotional with tears in his eyes, celebrated his maiden T20 World Cup triumph alongside captain Rohit Sharma and his teammates on the field.

Following the victory, Kohli expressed his gratitude to God and his fans on social media.

"Couldn't have dreamt of a better day than this. God is great and I bow my head in gratitude. We finally did it. Jai Hind," Kohli wrote.

This Instagram post has since amassed over 16 million likes, becoming the most liked post in India within 16 hours of going live.

The post received widespread attention and appreciation, not only from legends of the Indian cricket fraternity and Bollywood but also from former UFC champion Conor McGregor.

Kohli, who had struggled with form leading up to the final, delivered a stellar performance, top-scoring with 76 runs to propel India's victory against a formidable South African bowling attack. His efforts earned him the Player of the Match award.

Following a brief video call with his family, Kohli announced his retirement from T20 internationals, marking the end of a significant chapter in his illustrious cricketing career.

"This was my last T20 World Cup, and this is what we wanted to achieve. One day you feel you can't get a run, then things happen. God is great, and I got the job done for the team on the day it mattered. Now or never, last T20 for India, wanted to make the most of it. Wanted to lift the cup, wanted to respect the situation rather than force it. This was an open secret, it's time for the next generation to take over, some amazing players will take the team forward and keep the flag waving high," Kohli said.