In what could become one of the most viral internet collaborations ever, global YouTube sensation Beast, real name Jimmy Donaldson, has publicly extended an invitation to Indian cricket megastar Virat Kohli to feature in one of his upcoming videos.
Longstanding admiration for Virat Kohli
The move has ignited widespread buzz across social media, with fans from both camps already dreaming of the digital storm such a crossover could create. This wasn’t a spontaneous outreach. MrBeast had already revealed his admiration for Kohli during an earlier appearance on The Ranveer Show, hosted by Ranveer Allahbadia. Speaking candidly, he said, “I’ve been wanting to film with Virat for the longest time. People absolutely adore him. He’s a legend,”. That admiration has now materialized into a genuine proposal, with Donaldson taking to X (formerly Twitter) to post:
“@imVkohli Hey! Anyway I could get you in a video?,”
@imVkohli Hey! Anyway I could get you in a video? 👀
— MrBeast (@MrBeast) April 23, 2025
This single line has sparked a frenzy among millions of fans, both from the cricketing world and the digital universe.
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Why this collaboration could be historic that could break the internet
The numbers behind this potential crossover are staggering. MrBeast is currently the most subscribed individual YouTuber in the world with a mind-blowing 386 million subscribers. His influence extends beyond YouTube as well on TikTok, he is the third-most-followed creator, boasting over 115 million followers. This cross-platform dominance cements him as one of the most recognized and impactful content creators of the 21st century.
Kohli, on the other hand, boasts 271 million followers on Instagram, making him India’s most followed celebrity and one of the most followed athletes globally. A single video featuring both these icons could easily surpass all previous internet records, blurring the lines between sport and digital entertainment like never before. MrBeast commands a digital empire with over 386 million subscribers on YouTube, making his channel the most subscribed in the platform’s history.
Kohli’s form in the IPL 2025 only adds fuel to the fire
Interestingly, this invitation comes at a time when Kohli is in red-hot form in the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 season. Representing Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), Kohli has already notched up four half-centuries in just eight matches, with a highlight knock against Punjab Kings in Mullanpur. So far, he’s accumulated 322 runs, making him one of the top performers this season. As RCB prepares to take on Rajasthan Royals in Bengaluru on Thursday (April 24), Kohli remains the center of attention, not just for his cricket, but now for this potential viral collaboration.
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