Viral! Virat Kohli Mocked For IPL 2025 Opening Ceremony Dance, Sreesanth's Iconic Dance Moment with Shah Rukh Khan Resurfaces; Video

The IPL 2025 opening ceremony witnessed some eye-catching performances, but it was Virat Kohli’s stage presence that quickly became a topic of discussion on social media. While Kohli’s performance received mixed reactions, a social media handle going by the name of Cricket Crazy Meme couldn’t resist drawing comparisons to a much-loved moment from the past.

The user posted a video of Sreesanth's iconic performance alongside Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan. The post remains one of the most talked-about moments , and the video resurfacing on social media seemed to poke fun at Kohli’s less impactful stage presence. The X handle captioned the post 'Still a long way to go brother Kohli'

SRK and Virat Kohli entertain Eden Gardens crowd

Shah Rukh, a co-owner of the Knight Riders, introduced Kohli on the stage by describing the veteran batter as the 'King of 22 Yards. In a moment straight out of a Bollywood film, Kohli and Khan broke into an impromptu dance and lighting up the stage.

Shah Rukh, pulled Kohli in with his signature style, and the two effortlessly synced their steps, causing the crowd to roar with excitement. The impromptu dance became one of the most talked-about highlights of the event.

As the celebrations built to a spectacular climax, Kohli was honored with the “IPL 18” memento, a tribute to his remarkable 18-season journey in the league and his lasting influence on Indian cricket. The crowd at Eden Gardens erupted in applause, recognizing the legacy of a player who has been a defining figure in the IPL's history. However, the performance from SRK and Kohli sent the stadium into a frenzy.