Virat Kohli's much-anticipated return to the Ranji Trophy after 12 years has sparked excitement, with the BCCI making a last-minute decision to broadcast the Delhi vs Railways clash, allowing fans to witness the cricketing icon back in domestic action.

Delhi captain Ayush Badoni has disclosed Virat Kohli's batting order in the upcoming Ranji Trophy game against Railways on January 30

The best way to reach the stadium is via metro. The nearest metro station to the Arun Jaitley Stadium is Delhi Gate (Violet line). Gate No 5 is not even literally 100 metres away from Gate No 16 and 17, which will be open for the spectators.

Delhi was reeling at 77/2 when Kohli walked out to bat. The stalwart batter smashed a couple of fours but then he was dismissed for 14 (19) against Bhuvneshwar Kumar.

Virat Kohli’s much-awaited Ranji Trophy comeback will be live-streamed, The BCCI has confirmed. The match between Delhi and Railways which will feature Kohli was initially not on broadcasters’ list. Check out live streaming details for Kohli’s Ranji Trophy comeback match.

Virat Kohli's last Ranji Trophy appearance for Delhi dates back to an entirely different era in Indian cricket, before his meteoric rise in the Tst set-up over the previos decade.

Here is how you can watch Virat Kohli in action live during the Delhi vs Railways Group D match at Arun Jaitley Stadium.

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.

The final round of the Ranji Trophy 2024-25 begins Thursday, with seven knockout spots up for grabs. Notably, fifteen teams across four groups remain in contention, and in the Elite group, only Vidarbha have secured their quarter-final berth so far.

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.