Mumbai: The recent social media controversy involving Indian cricket star Virat Kohli has taken a new turn after German model and musician Liz Laz claimed she was offered money to make false allegations against the cricketer.
Liz Laz Rejects Alleged Offers
According to Beyond Time News, Liz Laz said in an interview that several journalists and media outlets allegedly contacted her with offers to speak negatively about Kohli following the viral social media incident.
She said she rejected all such offers, adding that she would never harm someone’s reputation for money or online attention.
Social Media Incident Went Viral
The controversy started after Kohli’s Instagram account reportedly “liked” one of Liz Laz’s posts, sparking widespread reactions on social media.
The incident quickly became a trending topic, with fans debating whether the interaction was accidental or intentional.
‘Virat Kohli Is My Favourite Cricketer’
Liz Laz also praised Kohli, calling him her favorite cricketer and expressing admiration for his achievements and career.
She stressed that she had no interest in creating unnecessary controversy around the player.
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Chahal’s Comment Adds to Online Buzz
The discussion gained further attention when Indian spinner Yuzvendra Chahal commented “Algorithm” on social media, which many fans viewed as a playful reference to a previous online incident involving actress Avneet Kaur.
Earlier, Kohli had clarified that the interaction happened unintentionally due to Instagram’s algorithm.
Fans Continue Discussing Issue Ahead of IPL 2026
The controversy remains widely discussed online as fans continue reacting ahead of the upcoming matches in the Indian Premier League 2026.
