During the IPL 2025 Qualifier match between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and Punjab Kings, something unexpected happened that caught everyone’s attention.
It was not a big six or a dramatic wicket. It was something Virat Kohli was seen saying on camera that created a lot of buzz online.
What Happened in IPL 2025 RCB vs PBKS Qualifier 1
In the 9th over of the match, Punjab Kings were in trouble. Their top batters had already gotten out. That’s when Musheer Khan, a young player and brother of Sarfaraz Khan, came in as an Impact Player to make his IPL debut.
As Musheer walked to the crease, the camera showed Kohli at slip talking to another player. Many fans believed that Kohli said, “Ye toh pani pilata hai,” which means “This guy brings water.” This comment was seen as disrespectful by many people, as Musheer had been seen earlier in the season giving drinks to teammates.
Fans React Online
As soon as the video clip went viral, fans had mixed reactions.
Some were angry and said Kohli was being rude to a young debutant.
Others defended him and said it was just a joke or part of the game.
Some people even called it a normal part of sledging, where players try to tease opponents to break their focus.
The Real Story
Earlier in the season, Kohli had actually gifted Musheer a bat. Musheer had even posted about it on Instagram and thanked “Virat Bhaiyya.” Because of this, many people believe the comment was made in a friendly way, not to insult him.
Some team insiders also said this kind of teasing is normal in matches and not meant to be taken seriously.
What About Musheer?
Despite all the talk, Musheer stayed calm and focused. He did not react to the comment and tried to perform well in his debut. This incident has made him more well-known, even if not in the way he expected.
In cricket, small moments can become big news, especially when someone like Kohli is involved. Whether the comment was a joke or something else, only he knows for sure. But the moment has started a conversation about how young players are treated and how far is too far when it comes to sledging.
In the end, it’s up to the fans to decide if this was just friendly banter or something more serious.
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