Kohli’s Instagram post lit up social media as he cheered Harry Kane’s Ballon d’Or triumph, celebrating the striker’s 73‑goal haul across Bayern Munich and England.
Kane became the first English player in 25 years to lift the coveted trophy, a record‑breaking season that saw him top the Champions League charts and break Bayern’s own scoring limits.
“Harry my friend, you deserve every bit of this award for your resilience, hard work and honesty,” Kohli wrote, his words echoing the striker’s journey from Harrogate to the world’s biggest stage.
The Ballon d’Or win not only cements Kane’s place among football’s elite but also fuels anticipation back home, where Kohli is set to headline India’s five‑match ODI series against New Zealand.
India will kick off the series in Auckland on November 4, with matches to follow in Wellington, Hamilton and Mount Maunganui—Kohli’s next arena of glory.