Virat Kohli's return to the premier domestic tournament after 12 years has been hailed by his former teammate Ravichandran Ashwin.

Delhi reached 41/1 in reply to Railways' 241 all out at stumps on Day 1 at the Arun jaitley Stadium. Virat Kohli, who is playing his first Ranji Trophy match after more than 12 years, will come out to bat on Friday.

Former India cricketer Irfan Pathan put out a cryptic message on the role of a "modern cricketer" soon after Virat Kohli got dismissed for 6 in the Ranji Trophy.

Virat Kohli fans mistakenly target the wrong Himanshu Sangwan on social media after the pacer dismisses Kohli on his Ranji Trophy comeback after 12 years. Find out how the mix-up unfolded.

Virat Kohli's much-anticipated Ranji Trophy return was cut short when he was bowled for 6 runs by Himanshu Sangwan. Irfan Pathan reflected on the difficulties of domestic cricket, prompting mixed reactions from Kohli's fans who felt Pathan was overly critical.

WATCH: Fans empty stadium as Virat Kohli departs early on Day 2 of Ranji Trophy match. (Photo Source: Jio Cinema) The Delhi vs Railways in the Ranji Trophy 2024-25 match had a lot of hype around it as legendary batter was making his return to the tournament after more than 12 years and there was a lot of anticipation to see the run machine make a return to his home ground at the Arun Jaitley Stadium,

Virat Kohli's return to the Ranji Trophy ended with disappointment as he scored only 6 runs. His early dismissal has raised concerns about his form ahead of the England Test series.

As Virat Kohli stepped onto the crease during the Delhi vs Railways Ranji Trophy Elite 2024-25 match at the Arun Jaitley Stadium (formerly known as Feroz Shah Kotla), the crowd erupted in excitement with chants of 'Kohli,