The boy throws his bat to the ground in frustration and bursts into tears. (Video grabs)

NEW DELHI: A deeply emotional moment involving a young fan of Virat Kohli has gone viral as the ongoing IPL 2026 season intensified, capturing the heartbreak of a missed encounter with the star batter.In the widely circulated clip, a little boy can be seen waiting outside the Royal Challengers Bengaluru team hotel, clutching a cricket bat and hoping to get it signed by Kohli. As the former India captain walks past with his security detail, the child attempts to approach him but is held back.Tearful reaction caught on cameraMoments later, the disappointment becomes overwhelming. The boy throws his bat to the ground in frustration and bursts into tears, crying inconsolably before running back towards his parents. The raw emotion of the scene has made the video one of the most talked-about moments from the tournament so far.The footage, shared widely across social media platforms, highlights the intense admiration Kohli commands among fans, especially young followers who often wait hours for a brief interaction.While Kohli is frequently seen stopping for autographs and selfies, situations like these underline the challenges of managing large crowds and tight schedules during a high-profile tournament.WATCH:Kohli’s towering presence in IPL 2026The incident comes at a time when Kohli is enjoying another prolific 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 continuing to dominate opposition attacks.The viral clip, however, serves as a reminder of how fleeting such moments can be — and how deeply they can affect young fans when expectations go unmet.