Arshdeep Singh deletes viral Virat Kohli Instagram reel with over 150 million vi
Arshdeep Singh Deletes Viral Virat Kohli Instagram Reel With Over 150 Million Views
In a move that has sparked widespread discussion across the cricketing world, Punjab Kings pacer Arshdeep Singh has cleared the majority of his Instagram profile, including a now-vanished viral reel featuring Virat Kohli that had amassed over 150 million views. The left-arm fast bowler changed his display picture and removed more than 200 posts, leaving just 44 visible uploads on his official handle — a sudden digital purge that has left fans and followers searching for answers.
Profile Cleanup Sparks Speculation
While Arshdeep has not deleted every post related to Punjab Kings and still retains the franchise’s name in his bio, the scale of the deletion has raised eyebrows. Among the most notable disappearances is the highly-shared reel from the recent Champions Trophy campaign, which captured a candid moment involving Virat Kohli and quickly became one of the most-viewed cricket-related clips on the platform.
It remains unclear whether the posts were permanently deleted or simply archived — a common Instagram feature — but the abrupt nature of the change, especially on a post with such massive reach, has fueled online theories ranging from personal privacy concerns to potential off-field tensions.
Controversy and Social Media Backlash
The cleanup comes amid a challenging period for Arshdeep, both on and off the field. He recently faced criticism following an alleged racial remark directed at teammate Tilak Varma, captured in a viral video where Arshdeep is heard questioning Varma’s skin tone and joking about sunscreen use. Former India spinner Laxman Sivaramakrishnan strongly condemned the incident, calling for disciplinary action and financial penalties.
“Arshdeep should be banned this season and should be paid on a pro rata basis,” Sivaramakrishnan stated on X. “The players today should be hit where it hurts the most.” He also claimed he would name others involved in racial abuse if the BCCI takes action, though no formal complaints or responses from either player have been made public.
On-Field Struggles in IPL 2026
The off-field noise has overshadowed Arshdeep’s performance in IPL 2026, where he ended as Punjab Kings’ leading wicket-taker with 14 wickets across 14 matches. However, his economy rate of 10.21 highlighted a troubling lack of control, especially during the powerplay and death overs, where he repeatedly struggled with line and length, conceding numerous wides.
Punjab Kings, despite a strong start with six wins in their first seven games, collapsed in the second half of the season and missed the playoffs by just one point. The pressure of a fading campaign may have contributed to Arshdeep’s tense interactions on social media, including a fiery response to a fan post-match and a Snapchat tease directed at teammate Priyansh Arya.
What Remains on His Profile?
The surviving content on Arshdeep’s Instagram consists largely of family moments, cricket milestones, and brand endorsements. There has been no official statement from the player or his management regarding the purge. With silence from all sides, the internet continues to dissect every possible motive, from mental well-being to strategic rebranding.
Regardless of the reason, one thing is clear: Arshdeep Singh’s decision to delete the viral Virat Kohli Instagram reel with over 150 million views has only amplified the spotlight on him — the very thing he may have been trying to escape.
