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Virat Kohli and Royal Challengers Bengaluru won the IPL trophy consecutively in 2025 and 2026, with celebrations highlighting the couple's strong bond. Anushka Sharma shared a heartfelt post celebrating their victory, reflecting their shared values and spiritual connection. Despite past online criticism blaming her for Kohli's poor performances, Anushka has become seen as his supportive partner and 'lucky charm,' with fans appreciating her enthusiastic presence during matches.
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. Coverage leans balanced overall (Left 0%, Centre 100%, Right 0%). Overall sentiment is positive (72/100). Lens Score 32/100 — low public interest.
Outlets analysed (first-hand measurement by TBN's Bias Engine):
The articles present a largely apolitical narrative focusing on the personal and public relationship between Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma. They include perspectives on media and public treatment of Sharma, highlighting gender biases in sports fandom without engaging in political discourse. The coverage balances celebratory aspects with critical reflections on social attitudes, representing both fan enthusiasm and past online criticism.
The overall tone is positive and celebratory, emphasizing the couple's shared success and mutual support. While acknowledging earlier negative online reactions toward Anushka Sharma, the sentiment shifts toward appreciation and admiration for her role as a supportive partner. The coverage combines warmth and respect with a critical awareness of past unfair treatment, resulting in a nuanced but predominantly favorable sentiment.
Each source's own headline, political lean, and sentiment — so you can see framing differences at a glance.
| Source | Their headline | Bias | Sentiment |
|---|---|---|---|
| news18 | Anushka Sharma Was Once Cricket's Favourite Scapegoat. Today She's Virat Kohli's 'Lucky Charm' | Center | Positive |
| indianexpress | Anushka Sharma once said Virat Kohli and she are 'male and female versions of each other' | Center | Positive |
indianexpress broke this story on 1 Jun, 12:49 pm. Other outlets followed.
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