In a recent interview, Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) pacer Harshit Rana recounted a humorous incident involving Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma during their first meeting. The incident took place after India's Champions Trophy victory against New Zealand.

According to Rana, upon meeting Anushka Sharma for the first time, he addressed her as "Ma'am". Virat Kohli immediately interjected, humorously correcting Rana and telling him to call her "Bhabhi" instead. Rana explained that it was their first encounter, to which Kohli responded with a playful jab. Kohli teasingly told Anushka that Rana had been throwing champagne on him outside and was now addressing her as "Ma'am," which led to laughter between the three.

Rana described the moment as a memorable experience with the power couple. He had made his Test debut against Australia at Perth in November 2024, which coincided with Kohli's last Test tour after his shocking retirement announcement. Rana expressed that debuting alongside Kohli, a player he admired growing up, was a significant moment. He also mentioned having a picture with Kohli from his debut match, which he will always cherish.

The incident highlights the camaraderie within the Indian cricket team and Kohli's playful personality. It also reflects the respect and admiration that younger players like Harshit Rana have for senior figures like Kohli and his wife, Anushka Sharma. The anecdote provides a lighthearted glimpse into the interactions between cricketers and celebrities off the field.