Gill’s Playful ‘Uncle’ Reply to Kohli’s Son Goes Viral

A viral Instagram reel has turned Shubman Gill into cricket’s favourite honorary “uncle.” The clip humorously imagined Gill as an uncle figure to Virat Kohli’s toddler son, Akaay, showing a mock teacher instructing the child to bring his famous parents and “uncle” Gill to school. Rather than ignore the joke, Gill leaned into it, tagging Kohli in the comments with a cheeky reassurance that he had it covered. The response sent fans into a frenzy, racking up thousands of likes and replies within hours.

Fans Celebrate the Gill-Kohli Bond

The exchange struck a chord with supporters who have followed the mentor-mentee dynamic between the two batters for years. Often nicknamed the “King” and “Prince” of Indian cricket, Kohli and Gill are known for their easy rapport off the field. This latest moment added to a growing list of light-hearted interactions that fans say reflect genuine warmth between the senior and younger stars, reinforcing a sense of camaraderie widely seen as a strength of the Indian dressing room.

A Busy Week in Gill’s Viral Life

The “uncle” joke arrived just days after another online stir, when social media users speculated Gill had hired a lookalike as his driver. That mystery man was later confirmed to be his manager, Sebastian Shaji, putting the rumour to rest. Between viral reels and real-life moments — including being spotted driving himself to a BCCI review meeting — Gill has kept fans entertained well beyond the boundary rope.

The duo will next share a dressing room when India take on West Indies in a three-match ODI series starting September 27, giving fans a chance to see their camaraderie play out on the field once again.