LizLaz alleges journalists offered money to fabricate claims against Virat Kohli
In an interview with Filmymantra Media, the German influencer states she rejected offers to damage the reputation of her favourite cricketer after his account liked one of her posts
German model LizLaz has stated that journalists approached her with financial offers to make false negative claims against Indian cricketer Virat Kohli. The allegations emerged following a viral incident where Kohli's Instagram account appeared to like one of LizLaz's posts, sparking widespread attention due to his massive social media following.
Speaking to Filmymantra Media, LizLaz described the situation as uncomfortable, noting that the sudden media attention led to pressure from various sources. She specifically recalled that some journalists offered her money to say bad things about Kohli and make allegations he never made. Despite these approaches, she confirmed she refused every offer.
LizLaz emphasised that she identifies Kohli as her favourite player and stated she has no interest in damaging his image for publicity or money. She questioned the logic of accepting such inducements, asking why she would spread false stories about someone she admires. Her refusal was absolute, driven by a desire not to be the kind of person who would engage in such behaviour for financial gain.
The controversy began when Kohli's Instagram interaction with her content went viral, leaving LizLaz surprised and emotional. She admitted she never expected the incident to escalate into the current media frenzy. The pressure she described involved people attempting to convince her to say things she did not want to say, creating an environment where she felt compelled to defend her integrity.
To demonstrate her continued support for the cricketer and to show she has no interest in damaging his reputation, LizLaz later shared images wearing a Royal Challengers Bengaluru jersey. This public display served as a visual confirmation of her stance against the false narratives that had begun to circulate.
While the model's account provides a clear narrative of the events, the specific identity of the journalists or media outlets making the offers has not been disclosed. The claim that journalists offered money relies solely on LizLaz's statements during the interview, with no independent verification or evidence provided in the available material.
