London: Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma were spotted at the iconic Lord’s Cricket Ground on Sunday as they watched India’s crucial Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 group-stage match against Australia. The celebrity couple was seen cheering enthusiastically for the Indian women’s team, but their support could not prevent India from suffering a six-wicket defeat that ended its campaign.
Photographs of the couple enjoying the match from the stands quickly went viral on social media. They were also seen interacting with former India head coach Ravi Shastri and former cricketer Shikhar Dhawan, who was accompanied by his wife, Sophie Shine.
Virat and Anushka spotted in the stands
Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma were seen applauding several key moments during the high-stakes encounter at Lord’s.
The couple appeared relaxed as they watched the match from the stands alongside Ravi Shastri. Later, Shikhar Dhawan and his wife Sophie Shine joined them, with the group posing together for photographs that were widely shared online.
Royal Challengers Bengaluru also shared one of the pictures on social media, featuring Virat Kohli, Ravi Shastri and Shikhar Dhawan at the historic venue.
Virat opted for a brown shirt paired with white trousers, while Anushka Sharma wore a simple yet elegant outfit for the occasion.
India’s campaign ends in disappointment
Despite strong support from fans in the stadium, India failed to overcome Australia in the decisive Group A fixture.
Australia secured a six-wicket victory to finish at the top of the group, while South Africa claimed the second semi-final spot from Group A.
The defeat meant India exited the Women’s T20 World Cup before the knockout stage, ending hopes of adding another ICC title following the team’s historic Women’s ODI World Cup triumph in 2025.
The result was a disappointing conclusion to India’s campaign after entering the match with qualification still within reach.
Couple continues to spend time in London
Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma have been spending considerable time in London in recent months.
While Virat continues to fulfil his cricket commitments, Anushka has largely remained away from public appearances and film projects.
The actress completed filming for Chakda Xpress, a biographical sports drama based on former Indian fast bowler Jhulan Goswami. However, the film’s release has reportedly been delayed.
Fans continue to await an official announcement regarding the project’s release.
Family life away from the spotlight
Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma married in 2017 in a private ceremony in Italy.
The couple are parents to daughter Vamika and son Akaay and have maintained a relatively private family life despite their immense popularity.
They are frequently seen attending major sporting events together, with Anushka often supporting Virat and Indian cricket teams from the stands.
Social media reacts to viral photos
The photographs of Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma at Lord’s quickly gained traction across social media platforms, with fans praising the couple for supporting the Indian women’s team.
Although the result did not go India’s way, many cricket enthusiasts appreciated the couple’s presence at one of the sport’s most iconic venues.
The images have since become one of the talking points following India’s exit from the Women’s T20 World Cup.
Conclusion
Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma’s appearance at Lord’s added star power to India’s crucial Women’s T20 World Cup clash against Australia. While the couple passionately supported the Women in Blue, India’s defeat brought a heartbreaking end to its campaign, with Australia and South Africa advancing to the semi-finals.