Virat Kohli had last played a red-ball game for Delhi back in 2012 against Uttar Pradesh in Ghaziabad. A year after that, the legendary Sachin Tendulkar played his last Ranji Trophy match against Haryana at Lahli.

Delhi’s squad for the next two Ranji Trophy games has been announced. Rishabh Pant has declined the captaincy, allowing Ayush Badoni to continue as skipper. Virat Kohli has also been included in the squad, though his participation remains subject to availability.

Rishabh Pant gears up to rejoin Delhi's Ranji Trophy squad, with his kit already at the Rajkot hotel. After a stellar comeback post-injury, Pant aims to elevate Delhi's game. Star players like Virat Kohli also eye participation amidst BCCI's new domestic cricket policy mandating international stars' involvement.

Virat Kohli has been named in the 22-member provisional squad for their upcoming Ranji Trophy clash against Saurashtra on January 23. Notably, Rishabh Pant won't be the captain of the team and will play under regular skipper Ayush Badoni.

Pant will join the Delhi squad in Rajkot ahead of their match against Saurashtra, DDCA secretary Ashok Sharma said

Virat Kohli and another senior cricketer are set to feature for Delhi in the Ranji Trophy, but will be led by THIS young talent. Read below.

Rishabh Pant rejects Delhi captaincy for the upcoming Ranji Trophy clash against Saurashtra. He endorsed Ayush Badoni to lead the side and stated to help him whenever required. Meanwhile, there's still no update on Virat Kohli's availability.

Indian wicketkeeper-batsman Rishabh Pant has refused to lead the Delhi side in the next Ranji Trophy match against Saurashtra. As per a report in Cricbuzz, the decision was taken during a meeting with the Delhi District Cricket Association (DDCA) selection committee,

Virat Kohli was named in Delhi's 22-member provisional squad for their upcoming Ranji Trophy against Saurashtra. Read further on Dynamite News:

Virat Kohli is poised to join Delhi's Ranji Trophy squad, but his participation hinges on availability. With BCCI's new policy requiring domestic play for national selection, Indian stars face pressure to engage in local cricket.

Rishabh Pant is likely to lead Delhi Cricket team in the Ranji Trophy match against Saurashtra. He has confirmed his availability for the fixture. Virat Kohli hasn't yet confirmed whether he will play the fixture or not.