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Virat Kohli Ranji Trophy Match: Crowd Erupts At Arun Jaitley Stadium As India Legend Walks Out To Bat — WATCH

Virat Kohli Ranji Comeback: Virat Kohli's long-awaited Ranji Trophy return sparked a thunderous reception at Delhi’s Arun Jaitley Stadium during the Delhi vs Railways match. Watch the video below.

Virat Kohli Ranji Trophy Comeback: As Virat Kohli stepped onto the crease during the Delhi vs Railways Ranji Trophy Elite 2024-25 match at the Arun Jaitley Stadium (formerly known as Feroz Shah Kotla), the crowd erupted in excitement with chants of 'Kohli, Kohli' reverberating throught the venue. It marked the Indian batting legend's highly anticipated return to the Ranji circuit, India's premier domestic red-ball tournament, after over 12 years.

Kohli's last appearance in a Ranji Trophy match was in 2012 against Uttar Pradesh. His return comes as part of the BCCI’s effort to encourage Indian stars to play in domestic cricket, emphasizing the importance of first-class cricket for national team selection. This initiative has seen players like Rohit Sharma, Shubman Gill, Rishabh Pant, KL Rahul and Yashasvi Jaiswal participating in the tournament as well.

ALSO ON ABP Live | WATCH: Virat’s Heartwarming Gesture As Arun Jaitley Stadium Crowd Erupts With 'Kohli, Kohli' Chants

Kohli’s arrival at the crease in the Delhi vs Railways match came after Yash Dhull's dismissal and the spectators were on their feet to welcome the cricketing legend. 

Watch the video here:

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The excitement amongst fans for Kohli’s Ranji return reached an all-time high in the days before the match. Fans flocked to the Arun Jaitley Stadium during practice sessions, eager for a glimpse of the Indian star. On Day 1 of the Delhi vs Railways clash, thousands filled the stands, many holding banners and posters in celebration of Kohli’s homecoming.

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