Virat Kohli once again showed why he’s not only a cricketing legend but also a master of on-field banter. During the IPL 2025 match between Punjab Kings and Royal Challengers Bengaluru, a hilarious moment was caught on the stump mic as Kohli was seen playfully taking a dig at Punjab’s spinner Harpreet Brar.
Speaking in fluent Punjabi, Kohli said:
“20 saal ho gaye ne, tude coach nu vi jaanda haan. Aiven stumpaan tordi jaanda ae, haath tera weak ho gaya lagda.”
(Translation: “It’s been 20 years [for me], I even know your coach. You keep trying to break the stumps for no reason, looks like your hand has gone weak.”)
Kohli to Harpreet Brar – " it's been 20 years, I even know your coach."
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The line, delivered casually between overs, instantly lit up social media with fans loving Kohli’s witty Punjabi delivery and senior-player swag. Not only was it funny, but it was also a flex of experience — a reminder that Kohli has been part of the system long enough to know the coaches of the next generation of players.
Harpreet Brar, who has faced Kohli before in memorable duels, took the banter in stride. But for viewers, it became one of those unforgettable mic’d-up moments that add color to the IPL.
Whether with the bat or with his words, Virat Kohli continues to dominate the pitch — making cricket not just competitive, but thoroughly entertaining.
