Ahead of the opening match of the three-match ODI series between India and New Zealand in Vadodara, former Indian captain Virat Kohli shared a memorable moment with a young fan whose appearance closely resembled his own childhood days. The heartwarming interaction quickly captured the attention of fans on social media.
The incident took place outside Kotambi Stadium, where Kohli was seen greeting supporters and signing autographs before the series opener. Among the crowd, a young boy with striking facial features and a hairstyle similar to Kohli’s early playing years stood out. Fans instantly began calling the child “mini Kohli,” and images of the two soon went viral online.
The boy was later identified as Garvit Uttam, who became part of a promotional photoshoot organised ahead of the ODI series. Kohli appeared visibly amused by the resemblance and acknowledged it with a smile while interacting warmly with the young fan.
‘He Said My Duplicate Is Sitting There’: Kid Recalls Meeting Kohli
Recalling the special moment, Garvit shared how Virat Kohli reacted upon noticing him. In a video circulating widely on social media, the young fan said Kohli pointed him out to Indian skipper Rohit Sharma and jokingly remarked that his “duplicate” was present.
“He called me Chota Cheeku,” Garvit said, referring to Kohli’s popular nickname. “I like his style and aura the most. When I took his name, he smiled and said he would come back.”
Garvit also revealed that he had the chance to meet several Indian cricketers during the interaction, including KL Rahul, Arshdeep Singh, Rohit Sharma, and Kohli himself.
Fans Compare Kid’s Look to Kohli’s Childhood Photos
What made the moment even more special was the uncanny similarity between Garvit and Kohli’s childhood photographs. From expressive eyes to familiar hair and facial structure, the resemblance sparked nostalgia among fans and reignited interest in Kohli’s early cricketing journey.
While many fans often attempt to imitate Kohli’s iconic style, Garvit’s resemblance appears to be purely natural, making the moment all the more remarkable. The interaction once again highlighted Kohli’s connection with his fans and showcased a lighter, emotional side of the Indian cricket star.
