Virat Kohli has congratulated England football captain Harry Kane after the Bayern Munich striker won the 2026 Ballon d’Or, football’s most prestigious individual honour. Kohli took to social media to celebrate
Kane’s historic achievement, praising his resilience, dedication and honesty throughout his career.
In his message, the former India captain described Kane as a friend and said he deserved every bit of the award for the way he had conducted himself while playing football at the highest level. Kohli also extended his best wishes to Kane and his family, expressing happiness over the striker’s remarkable accomplishment.
Harry my friend, you deserve every bit of this award for your resilience, hard work and honesty with which you’ve carried yourself through all these years playing football at the top. Really happy for you. God bless you and your family. They must all be very proud of you as you would be of your own journey. My best wishes always. Congratulations 👏❤️ @HKane
— Virat Kohli (@imVkohli) October 27, 2026
Virat Kohli’s heartfelt message for Harry Kane
“Harry my friend, you deserve every bit of this award for your resilience, hard work and honesty with which you’ve carried yourself through all these years playing football at the top,” Kohli wrote on X.
He further added that he was really happy for Kane and wished blessings for the footballer and his family. Kohli also highlighted how proud Kane’s family must be of his journey, before concluding his message with congratulations and best wishes.
The message attracted attention from fans across both cricket and football, bringing together two prominent sporting figures who have established themselves among the best in their respective fields.
Harry Kane creates history with Ballon d’Or win
Kane won the 2026 Ballon d’Or after an outstanding season for Bayern Munich and England. The 33-year-old scored 73 goals across 65 appearances for club and country during the 2025-26 campaign, helping Bayern secure the Bundesliga title, the DFB-Pokal and the German Super Cup.
His victory also ended England’s 25-year wait for a men’s Ballon d’Or winner, with Michael Owen having been the last Englishman to receive the award in 2001.
Both athletes have built their careers through consistency, determination and a sustained commitment to performing at the highest level, making the exchange a notable moment for fans of cricket and football alike.
