India’s cricketing icon Virat Kohli has unveiled a sleek new side fade hairstyle ahead of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season. Kohli will look to lead Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) to their long-awaited first IPL title.
The striking new hairstyle, featuring a sharp fade and a perfectly blended beard, quickly went viral on social media. Kohli’s long-time personal hairstylist, Aalim Hakim, shared the fresh look on Instagram, sparking a wave of excitement among his massive fanbase both in India and globally.
Known for setting trends off the field, Kohli’s hairstyles always attract attention, particularly before major tournaments. The timing of this latest reveal only heightens the anticipation surrounding IPL 2025, the 18th season of the league. This number is significant for Kohli, who has worn jersey number 18 throughout his career.
This season, Royal Challengers Bengaluru will approach the competition with renewed energy under the leadership of new captain Rajat Patidar. The team’s morale remains high after an impressive comeback last year, in which RCB won six consecutive matches to secure a playoff spot. A crucial win over Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in a virtual knockout match demonstrated RCB’s resilience and fighting spirit.
Fans are already drawing symbolic connections between the 18th season and Kohli’s jersey number, fuelling hopes that this could be the year RCB clinches their long-awaited IPL title. Setting superstitions aside, RCB’s squad adjustments after the mega auction have strengthened the team, giving them a solid foundation for a strong campaign.
With Kohli stepping onto the field in IPL 2025 with his fresh look and high expectations, RCB’s supporters will hope for a season that delivers both poetic justice and, perhaps, a long-awaited trophy.