Virat Kohli began training with his Delhi teammates ahead of Ranji Trophy 2025 against Railways at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi.

Virat Kohli last played Ranji match in November 2012, and now his return comes when BCCI has issued a strict directive for all the players and made playing domestic cricket "mandatory".

According to a report in ESPNCricinfo, Virat Kohli and KL Rahul have informed the BCCI medical staff that they are carrying niggles and will not be able to play the next round of Ranji Trophy games starting on January 23.

Virat Kohli enjoyed 'kadhi chawal' for lunch with his Delhi teammates on first day of practice ahead of Ranji Trophy 2025 match against Railways at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.

Virat Kohli trained with his Delhi Ranji Trophy team for the first time in 13 years. The former India captain will play for Delhi against Railways.

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.

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.

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.