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

During practice, a heartwarming moment unfolded when a young boy named Kabir son of one of Kohli's former age-group teammates interacted with the star cricketer. A video of their conversation has since gone viral on social media.

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.

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 has turned down the opportunity to captain Delhi, focusing instead on domestic cricket after a long hiatus, according to The Times of India.

After training in Alibaug under the watchful eyes of former India batting coach Sanjay Bangar, Virat Kohli joined his Delhi teammates on Tuesday.