Virat Kohli's return to the Ranji Trophy after 12 years was highly anticipated and created a significant buzz among the fans in Delhi. He played for Delhi against Railways at the Arun Jaitley Stadium starting on Thursday (Jan 30, 2025).
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Unfortunately, his stint was brief and not as successful as fans might have hoped. Kohli was dismissed for just 6 runs on the second day of the match, which was a major disappointment given the excitement around his comeback. Moreover, Virat was at the crease for just 15 deliveries.
Meanwhile, Virat Kohli still has one more innings in this first-class match to make amends and make fans happy with his delightful strokes. It would be a great opportunity for the fans as Kohli is a world-class player and can make a quick comeback.
The Delhi team, under the captaincy of Ayush Badoni, was looking forward to leveraging Kohli's experience and skill, especially after his absence from the domestic circuit for so long. His presence was expected to not only boost the team's performance but also to inspire younger players. However, his early dismissal led to a collective sigh at the stadium, where fans had gathered in large numbers to witness the return of one of India's cricketing legends.
Virat Kohli's return was also part of a broader mandate by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for senior players to participate in domestic cricket to maintain their eligibility for the national team.
Overall, while Kohli's return was a moment of celebration for cricket enthusiasts, his performance was a short-lived spectacle, leaving fans and the team hoping for more in future matches or in other formats of the game.
