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Virat Kohli's Hilarious Take on RCB's Five Overseas Players Joke

Virat Kohli shared a light-hearted moment addressing jokes about Royal Challengers Bengaluru potentially fielding five overseas players. The playful question came from comedian Danish Sait in his popular Mr. Nags persona during a social media video. Kohli humorously deflected the query, asking why he was being questioned as he is not an overseas player. This comes as RCB began their IPL 2026 title defense with a convincing win where Kohli played a match-winning unbeaten knock.

Key Points: Virat Kohli Reacts to RCB Overseas Players Joke in IPL 2026

  • Kohli jokes about RCB overseas player speculation
  • Comedian Danish Sait (Mr. Nags) asks the playful question
  • RCB starts IPL 2026 with a big win
  • Kohli scores 69* in the tournament opener
  • RCB to face struggling CSK next
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Kohli jokes about RCB fielding five overseas players in IPL 2026

Virat Kohli humorously addresses jokes about RCB fielding five overseas players in a chat with Mr. Nags. RCB starts IPL 2026 strong.

"I don't know, why are you asking me? Ask the overseas players. I am not an overseas player. - Virat Kohli"

Bengaluru, April 4

Royal Challengers Bengaluru star batter Virat Kohli has brushed off jokes about the team fielding five overseas players during the ongoing Indian Premier League season.

After India's last ODI series in January, Kohli took a break and has been living with his family in London to stay away from the constant spotlight in India.

In a video shared by the RCB on social media, Kohli shared a light-hearted moment during an interaction with comedian Danish Sait, popularly known as Mr Nags.

Appearing in his popular Mr Nags persona, Sait asked Kohli about the circulating jokes suggesting the defending champions are fielding five overseas players in an IPL 2026 match.

Smiling, Kohli replied, "I don't know, why are you asking me? Ask the overseas players. I am not an overseas player. Am I an overseas player?"

The exchange provided a humorous interlude, with Kohli keeping the atmosphere relaxed while addressing the playful speculation around RCB's squad composition.

The defending champions have started their IPL 2026 campaign on a fantastic note. RCB thrashed Sunrisers Hyderabad by six wickets in the tournament opener.

Kohli played a brilliant unbeaten knock of 38-ball 69, including five fours and as many sixes, that helped his side to chase down the challenging target of 202 runs in 15.4 overs.

On Sunday, the defending champions will next face struggling Chennai Super Kings, who have lost two consecutive matches in the ongoing IPL season.

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Squad:

Virat Kohli, Philip Salt, Devdutt Padikkal, Rajat Patidar(captain), Tim David, Jitesh Sharma(wicketkeeper), Krunal Pandya, Romario Shepherd, Bhuvneshwar Kumar, Suyash Sharma, Jacob Duffy, Josh Hazlewood, Rasikh Salam Dar, Venkatesh Iyer, Mangesh Yadav, Vihaan Malhotra, Vicky Ostwal, Abhinandan Singh, Jacob Bethell, Jordan Cox, Swapnil Singh, Kanishk Chouhan, Satvik Deswal.

- ANI

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Sarah B
It's great to see him so relaxed and enjoying the banter. The break in London seems to have done him good. His response was perfect - shut down the silly speculation with humour. On to CSK next!
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Aditya G
Honestly, the joke exists because RCB's core has often felt dependent on overseas stars in the past. But this new squad looks more balanced with strong Indian players like Patidar (captain!), Padikkal, and Bhuvi. Hope they keep it up.
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Priya S
Mr. Nags and Kohli together is always a treat! 😂 But seriously, chasing 202 in under 16 overs is a statement. The team looks hungry. Sunday's match against CSK is going to be epic, as always.
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Karthik V
With respect to the great start, I do hope the team management doesn't over-rely on the overseas pace attack of Hazlewood and Duffy. Our Indian bowlers need to step up consistently for us to win the trophy. Just a thought.
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Nisha Z
Virat bhaiya's smile says it all. He's playing freely and the team is winning. That's what matters most. All the best for the Chennai match! From a Delhi fan but supporting RCB this season. 💪

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