The majority of Gen Z fans went wild. "He looks 25 again," tweeted one user. "This is the cleanest fade on a 37-year-old athlete I have ever seen." Fashion critics at GQ India praised the "undone texture," calling it the ultimate antidote to the boring, slicked-back "CEO look" that has dominated cricket fashion for five years.
Whether you love the messy fringe or hate the skin fade, one thing is certain: When Virat Kohli walks out to bat in the upcoming IPL season, the crowd won't just be watching the ball. They’ll be checking to see if the fringe stays put. virat kohli recent haircut
* The 2026 "French Crop" signals rebellious calm. * Having secured his legacy with 81 international centuries and a triumphant 2025 World Test Championship win, Kohli is no longer chasing records. He is chasing style. The new cut is utilitarian—it requires zero gel, zero hairspray, and survives the helmet strap without collapsing. The majority of Gen Z fans went wild