
Virat Kohli’s highly awaited return to the Ranji Trophy after over a decade ended in for the star batter as he was dismissed for a mere 6 runs in 15 balls after facing Railways pacer Himanshu Sangwan.
In the end, it was a shocking stay at the crease by Virat Kohli that left thousands of fans at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in a daze and lots left the stadium with disappointment.
Kohli his last Ranji Trophy match for Delhi was in 2012, was greeted with deafening cheers and raucous chants of “RCB, RCB” as he walked out to bat.
But he only lasted 15 balls before Sangwan bowled him through the gate with a fine delivery that flattened his stumps1 Stunned silence from the crowd, which had been buzzing with excitement all the while before Kohli was dismissed.
Virat Kohli Ranji Trophy Return in Delhi vs Railways Match
Railways pacer, permanently employed as a ticket collector in New Delhi Railway Station, rejoiced after pocketing the prized scalp and the video of his reaction went viral on social media.
Interest had been strong in Kohli returning to domestic cricket, with more than 15,000 fans showing up to watch the cricketing superstar.
In addition to the disappointment, it was a visual reminder of how much Kohli means to the game in India, and the kend of bond the leading players now have with fans across the country.
The likes of Kohli’s fans still believe the maestro will rise again stronger in the upcoming games.
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