Delhi`s Ranji Trophy team captain Ayush Badoni expressed excitement for Virat Kohli`s inclusion in the side as the stalwart gears up to feature in the match against Railways at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.

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 the clash against Railways in the ongoing 2024-25 Ranji Trophy season, Indias stalwart batter Virat Kohli was seen doing the fielding drills and batting sessions at the Arun Jaitely Stadium on Wednesday.

Here is a look at the match schedule, key players and live streamig info for the Ranji Trophy round seven games, starting January 30, which will feature the likes of Virat Kohli, KL Rahul and other Indian stars.

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

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.

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.

Earlier, the BCCI had no plans of broadcasting or streaming the match. However, because Virat Kohli would be playing at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, those plans appear to have changed.