Virat Kohli Fan Breach Episode in IPL 2025

Match Details:

• Match: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) vs Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)
• Venue: Eden Gardens, Kolkata
• Date: March 22, 2025

The IPL 2025 league started with an interesting match, but a surprising incident involving Virat Kohli took the attention. A fan broke through the security and went onto the field, leading to a temporary disturbance.

Fan Breaks into Field to Welcome Kohli
During the game, an overexcited fan somehow evaded the security and raced towards Virat Kohli. The fan bowled at the feet of Kohli and attempted to touch his feet as a gesture of respect. Kohli, being famously calm, reacted with surprise for a moment, but then, he indicated towards the security staff to take matters into their own hands.Kohli’s Reaction
Kohli was professional during the incident. Although he appreciated the fan's admiration, he did not support such an act. Security personnel intervened and removed the fan from the field to avoid further disturbance.

1st match of IPL 2025.
50 in 30 balls.
Showed his bat.
Fan entered into ground to worship him and he was fumed. 😭😭 (watch this in the end) https://t.co/1lEdzaqwEQ pic.twitter.com/yJhyoQaPPS

— 🧑🏻‍🦯 (@mathakedarad) March 22, 2025

ALSO READ:Women's ODI World Cup 2025: Complete Details and Possible Venues

Security Issues in IPL Matches
Fan intrusions during IPL matches have been a regular phenomenon. While it is understandable to be a fan of cricketers such as Kohli, such intrusions cause serious security threats. IPL officials can now consider enhancing security checks to avoid any such incidents in the future.

A fan touching the feet & hugging King Kohli at Eden Gardens. pic.twitter.com/YiCHgRQ7j9

— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) March 22, 2025