Virat Kohli is widely known for his fierce competitiveness on the field, but off the field, he carries a calm and deeply spiritual side. His tattoos — several of which reflect his faith, values, and life journey — are a direct expression of this side of him.

Tattoos of Lord Shiva and Spirituality

• Main Tattoo: On his left forearm, Virat has a powerful tattoo of Lord Shiva meditating on Mount Kailash with a crescent moon — a symbolic depiction of tranquility and divine power.
• Big Eye Tattoo: Another prominent tattoo shows a large eye, which symbolizes spiritual awakening and the all-seeing divine power, often interpreted as a representation of the third eye of Lord Shiva.

These tattoos reflect his devotion to Lord Shiva, also known as Bholenath, and signify his respect for energy, destruction of ego, and inner calm.

Other Tattoos

• Names of Parents: As a mark of gratitude, he has his parents' names inked on his body.
• Zodiac Sign: Kohli is a Scorpio, and he has the Scorpio symbol tattooed.
• Japanese Samurai: A tattoo of a Samurai warrior with a raised sword represents his warrior-like mindset, discipline, and the Bushido code he believes in.
• Monastery Tattoo: Symbolizes peace, balance, and a meditative mind.

Cricket-Related Tattoos – 175 and 269

• 175: This number is believed to represent a special personal milestone or a landmark match in his cricketing journey — though it is not publicly associated with a specific innings, it holds personal significance for him.
• 269: This is his Test cap number, as he was the 269th player to represent India in Test cricket — a tattoo that anchors him to his roots in red-ball cricket.

Spiritual Influence

Virat has openly stated that his interest in spirituality deepened after marrying Anushka Sharma, who herself is deeply spiritual. Together, they've visited:

• Ujjain’s Mahakaleshwar Temple
• Ashrams of Neem Karoli Baba and Premanand Maharaj

He is also known to carry the Hanuman Chalisa, showcasing his belief in Lord Hanuman.