Virat Kohli will be playing his first Ranji match after more than 12 years, his last domestic cricket match was in Ranji Trophy in November 2012.

Former Indian cricket captain Virat Kohli has gone back to his roots for a practice session with the Delhi Ranji Trophy team. It will be his first game in the tournament since November 2012. The session was held at Feroz Shah Kotla ground. Meanwhile, his return was awaited by all 18 members of the Delhi squad.

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 train with the Delhi team on Tuesday ahead of what will be his first Ranji Trophy appearance since 2012. Delhi coach Sarandeep Singh confirmed that Kohli will join the squad, having confirmed his availability last week for their final group fixture against Railways at the Arun Jaitley Stadium from January 30 to February 2.

Virat Kohli is all set to return to the domestic tournament after a gap of 13 years. The 35-year-old wil play for Ayush Badoni-led Delhi against Railways at Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi from Thursday,

Ahead of his return to Ranji Trophy, Virat Kohli advised a budding cricketer to double the benchmark if he wants to be an Indian cricketer.

Team India star batter Virat Kohli gave a piece of advice to a young kid during his training with Delhi team ahead of his return to Ranji Trophy at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi on Tuesday, January 28.