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.

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 35-minute warm-up before an inconsequential final game against the Railways was the longest that the senior team has spent loosening up prior to net session

Set to play his first Ranji Trophy match for Delhi since 2012, Kohli practices at the Kotla two days before their match against Railways

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.

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

It was an occasion to remember for the Sanat Sangwans, Arpit Ranas and Siddhant Sharmas but for Virat Kohli it was business as usual.