"Delhi vs Railways Ranji Trophy 2025: Virat Kohli's Return and Match Highlights"

 On January 30, 2025, the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi hosted a highly anticipated Ranji Trophy match between Delhi and Railways, marking Virat Kohli's return to domestic red-ball cricket after a 13-year hiatus. 


Match Summary

  • Railways' Innings: Railways were bowled out for 240 runs. Upendra Yadav top-scored with 95 runs, while Karn Sharma contributed 50 runs. Delhi's pace trio—Navdeep Saini, Siddhant Sharma, and Money Grewal—exploited early conditions to reduce Railways to 66/5. A 104-run partnership between Yadav and Sharma stabilized the innings.

  • Delhi's Response: At stumps on Day 1, Delhi were 41/1 in reply to Railways' 240 all out. Yash Dhull (17*) and Sanat Sangwan (9*) were at the crease. Virat Kohli, batting at number three, is set to resume play on Day 2.

Fan Attendance and Atmosphere

The match attracted over 15,000 spectators, a remarkable turnout for a Ranji Trophy game. Kohli's presence significantly boosted attendance and added to the match's intensity.

Notable Performances

  • Upendra Yadav: His 95 runs were crucial in stabilizing Railways' innings.

  • Delhi's Pace Attack: The trio of Saini, Sharma, and Grewal effectively exploited early conditions to reduce Railways to 66/5.

Conclusion

The match is poised for an exciting continuation, with Delhi's response to Railways' total and Kohli's performance under close scrutiny. The high spectator turnout underscores the significant interest in Kohli's return to domestic cricket.

For live updates and detailed statistics, viewers can refer to the official JioCinema app and website.

*Note: This report is based on information available up to January 30, 2025.*

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