Former Indian Premier League chairman Lalit Modi has once again caught the attention of cricket fans, but this time for a touching act that turned a young Virat Kohli admirer’s disappointment into a memorable surprise. A few weeks ago, a video went viral on social media showing a young boy repeatedly trying to get Kohli’s autograph, only to be stopped each time by security personnel.
The boy kept making his way toward the India and Royal Challengers Bengaluru star, hoping for just one signature. But after several unsuccessful attempts, the youngster was left visibly upset. In the clip that quickly spread across social media, he could be seen walking away in tears and even throwing down his bat in frustration. The emotional moment struck a chord with cricket fans, many of whom sympathised with the young supporter.
Speaking during a conversation with Humans of Bombay, Modi said the video stayed with him long after he first saw it. Rather than treating it as just another viral clip, he decided to take action and make the youngster’s day.
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Lalit Modi and his team began searching for the boy so they could send him a very special gift — a bat from the inaugural IPL season, signed by every player, including Virat Kohli. “I will send him a season 1 bat. “The bat is signed by every player, which was Virat Kohli’s signature as well.”
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Modi also admitted that he does not even possess a bat personally signed by Kohli, which made the gesture even more meaningful. What seemed like a difficult promise soon became a heartwarming reality, thanks to social media’s reach. The young fan later shared a delighted update, revealing that Modi had personally video-called him and informed him that the gift was on its way.
His message reflected the joy of a cricket lover who had seen a heartbreaking moment turn into something unforgettable. “Thank you Mr Lalit Modi Sir for reaching out to me. You made my morning truly special. Waking up to your video call was an unforgettable moment and means a lot to me. I’m so happy that you found me and I’m so excited to receive the bat from you.”
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Lalit Modi also responded publicly, confirming that the bat would soon reach the boy’s home in Delhi. “I am so glad I could find you. The bat I am sending will be personally delivered to your home in Delhi.”
At a time when social media often moves quickly from one trend to another, this story stood out for its warmth, reminding fans that cricket can still create moments of genuine kindness and connection.
