New Delhi: A deeply emotional moment involving a young fan. Virat Kohli has gone viral as the ongoing IPL 2026 season heats up, breaking the heart of a missed encounter with the star batsman.In the widely circulated clip, a small boy can be seen outside the Royal Challengers Bengaluru team hotel holding a cricket bat and waiting for Kohli to sign it. As the former India captain passes by with his security detail, the kid tries to approach him but is stopped.Tearful reaction caught on cameraMoments later, despair takes over. The boy throws his bat to the ground in frustration and sobs incoherently before running to his parents. The raw emotion of the scene has made the video one of the most talked about moments of the tournament so far.The footage, widely shared on social media platforms, highlights the intense admiration for Kohli among fans, especially young followers who often wait for hours for a brief interaction.While Kohli is often seen stopping for autographs and selfies, such situations highlight the challenges of managing large crowds and a tight schedule during a high-profile tournament.Look:Kohli’s Big Presence in IPL 2026This incident has come at a time when Kohli is enjoying another brilliant season. The RCB star recently became the first player in IPL history to cross the 9,000-run mark, further cementing his legacy as one of the league’s greatest performers.His consistent form and match-winning contributions have been central to RCB’s campaign this year, with the veteran dominating opposition attacks.However, the viral clip serves as a reminder of how awkward such moments can be — and how deeply they can affect young fans when expectations aren’t met.