New Delhi: After being away for 12 years, Virat Kohli returned to play for Delhi in the Ranji Trophy, and it felt like he had never left. When he arrived at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, everyone could feel a special energy in the air. The buzz among the staff and media was different, especially for those who have been in cricket for a long time.
Kohli arrived on time, showing the kind of discipline the team hasn’t seen in years. The practice on Tuesday was full of excitement and focus, much different from the usual routine. Delhi, currently sixth in their group, has a match against Railways coming up, and suddenly everyone’s paying attention.
The practice started with the team warming up and playing football. Kohli reconnected with Mahesh Bhati, the team’s manager, who had seen him grow as a player. Kohli was focused during his batting practice, working with younger players like Ayush Badoni. He faced different bowlers, spending time on his timing and footwork.
During the practice, Kohli focused on avoiding getting out and practiced how to handle the ball better. Many people watched, including an eight-year-old boy named Kabir. Kabir’s father, who played cricket with Kohli in their younger days, encouraged his son to learn from the star. After practice, Kohli took time to talk to Kabir and signed his drawing, telling him to do his best.
Kohli finished his training by joining his teammates for catching practice. This is the last Ranji game of the season for Delhi, and it’s uncertain if Kohli will continue to support his home team in the future. But this week, his return to the Ranji Trophy is a reminder of how much he can inspire young players.
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