Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli visit Ayodhya’s Hanuman Garhi temple during IPL 2025

During the ongoing IPL 2025 season, actress Anushka Sharma and cricketer Virat Kohli took a moment for spirituality by visiting the Hanuman Garhi temple in Ayodhya on May 25.

Known for her steadfast support of her husband Virat Kohli and the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), Anushka was accompanied by her longtime friend Malvika Nayak, who has close ties to RCB through her husband, Nikhil Sosale, Head of Marketing & Revenue at Diageo India.

"Anushka Sharma has been a frequent presence at the ongoing IPL 2025 matches, showing her unwavering support for her husband," sources noted.

The visit to the Hanuman Garhi temple highlights the couple's spiritual side amid the high-energy cricket season.

Malvika Nayak, an MBA graduate from Manipal Academy of Higher Education, currently handles Business Development and Partnerships at Innoz Technologies Pvt. Ltd., and often joins Anushka at RCB matches, strengthening the bond between the two families.

This blend of sports, friendship, and spirituality offers a glimpse into the personal lives of one of cricket's most celebrated couples during IPL 2025.

The visit was a serene pause in the midst of the IPL frenzy, reflecting the couple's connection to their cultural roots and each other.

Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli visited Ayodhya’s Hanuman Garhi temple on May 25 during IPL 2025. The couple, often seen supporting Royal Challengers Bangalore, took a spiritual break amid the cricket season, accompanied by close friends including Malvika Nayak, linked to RCB’s management.