Indian cricket superstar Virat Kohli is set to return to domestic cricket after a gap of 13 years. The former Indian captain will represent Delhi in the upcoming Ranji Trophy match against the Railways, scheduled to begin on January 30 at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. This exciting development has been confirmed by DDCA (Delhi and District Cricket Association) Director Shyam Sharma, who revealed that special arrangements are being made for Kohli’s participation.
Special Preparations for Virat Kohli
Virat Kohli, known for his dominance in international cricket, has rarely featured in domestic matches due to his packed schedule with Team India. Speaking about Kohli’s return, DDCA Director Shyam Sharma said, “Virat Kohli is not just the pride of Delhi but a national icon. Due to his international commitments, he couldn’t play domestic cricket for Delhi in recent years. However, we are now making special arrangements to ensure everything is seamless for his upcoming Ranji Trophy appearance.”
Free Entry for Fans
Kohli’s return to the domestic circuit has created a buzz among cricket fans. Reports suggest that DDCA plans to allow free entry for spectators during the match. Around 10,000 fans will have the chance to witness Kohli in action at the Arun Jaitley Stadium over the four days of the match. While official confirmation is awaited, the initiative aims to attract more fans to domestic cricket and celebrate Kohli’s comeback.
Kohli’s Last Domestic Match
The 34-year-old batting maestro last played a domestic game in the 2012-13 Ranji Trophy season. Representing Delhi against Uttar Pradesh, Kohli scored 14 and 43 runs in two innings, with both dismissals coming at the hands of Bhuvneshwar Kumar. Before that, he had played the Irani Cup in 2010 and participated in three matches for Delhi in the same season.
Over the last decade, Kohli has established himself as one of the greatest cricketers of all time, excelling across formats and setting new benchmarks for fitness and performance. His return to domestic cricket is a significant moment for his fans, as well as an opportunity to promote the importance of first-class cricket.
With Kohli’s presence on the field, the upcoming match between Delhi and Railways promises to be a thrilling event. Fans eagerly await to see the run machine in action in the red-ball format once again.