The match marks Virat Kohli's return to Ranji Trophy for the first time since 2012, after BCCI's diktat made it mandatory for all India stars to play domestic cricket

New Delhi: Virat Kohli has declined the opportunity to captain Delhi in their final Ranji Trophy home match against Railways, allowing Ayush Badoni to continue leading the side.

Kohli joined Delhi's practice session on Tuesday ahead of their Elite Group D Ranji Trophy match against Railways, scheduled for Thursday at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Kohli, returning to domestic cricket after a significant hiatus, was spotted honing his skills in the nets as he prepares for the much-anticipated encounter.

Virat Kohli will play in the Ranji trophy for the first time in 13 years as he returns for the Delhi side in their round 7 clash of the domestic red-ball tournament. Kohli's presence for Delhi's game against Railways makes the fixture a high-profile one.

The upcoming Ranji Trophy match between Delhi and Railways has caught a lot of attention. India's star cricketer Virat Kohli will be back in the domestic cricket action after more than 10 years and fans can watch the batter without spending a single rupee.

Virat Kohli arrived at the Arun Jaitley Stadium sharp at 9am this morning and after a team huddle and some warm-up exercises, proceeded to play football for about 15 minutes with his teammates.

Indian cricket icon Virat Kohli on Tuesday practiced with his Delhi Ranji teammates at the Arun Jaitley Stadium here as the senior batter is set for a comeback into the domestic circuit after 12 years.

Indian batter Virat Kohli has joined Delhi's Ranji Trophy squad in preparation for his return to domestic cricket. Kohli returns to the Ranji Trophy after 12 years, set to play for Delhi against Railways,

Virat Kohli's presence has forced the BCCI to make a big change in the broadcast plans for the upcoming round of the Ranji Trophy.