'Algorithm registered another interaction': Virat Kohli's 'like' on South African influencer LizLaz's Instagram photo sparks hilarious reactions

A small social media move has once again put Virat Kohli under the spotlight - right in the middle of a high-stakes Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 season.

What looked like just another moment online quickly snowballed into something bigger, as fans spotted an unexpected interaction and turned it into the internet's latest obsession.

The moment that set everything off was simple - but impossible for fans to miss. Kohli seemingly "liked" a post by South African influencer LizLaz.

What raised eyebrows wasn't just the interaction itself, but the fact that he doesn't even follow her. Yet, the like was visible - and that was enough for it to start spreading across social media within minutes. Interestingly, she has been known to be a fan of Kohli and was also seen wearing the RCB jersey.

It is worth noting that the liked photo is an old post and also features fashion photographer Advait Vaidya as a collaborator, which could explain why Kohli liked it. The photographer also shared the like on his Instagram story. The situation felt familiar to many. Back in May 2025, Kohli had found himself in a similar spot after "liking" a post by Avneet Kaur. That interaction had triggered a wave of memes and speculation, forcing the cricketer to step in with a clarification.

At the time, he explained that the like was accidental, attributing it to an algorithm issue while clearing his Instagram feed. Avneet, meanwhile, remained largely unfazed by the attention.

Now, with another unexpected like making rounds, that explanation has resurfaced once again.

And this time, fans didn't hold back. Social media quickly erupted with jokes, with many repeating one line - "algorithm registered another interaction." What started as a clarification last year has now turned into a full-blown meme, with users using it to poke fun at the repeated pattern.

From witty posts to viral edits, the internet turned Kohli's latest interaction into a trending moment within hours.

As the chatter grew louder, another question began to surface. Is Kohli the one managing his account, or is there a team handling it behind the scenes?

While there's no confirmation either way, the recurring nature of such incidents has only fueled speculation. For fans, the mystery has become just as entertaining as the moment itself.

Amid all the noise online, Virat Kohli continues to deliver where it matters most - on the field. In Royal Challengers Bengaluru's (RCB) clash against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG), Kohli scored 49 off 34 balls, helping his side secure a five-wicket win.

The knock also pushed him past KL Rahul to become the Indian opener with the most sixes in IPL history. Kohli now sits at 185 sixes, ahead of Rahul's 184, with Rohit Sharma (148), Shikhar Dhawan, and Shubman Gill following behind.

So, whether it's breaking records on the pitch or accidentally trending for a double-tap, Virat Kohli continues to dominate conversations - both on and off the field.