Virat Kohli's highly anticipated Ranji Trophy comeback ends in disappointment, leaves fans in dismay | VIDEO

Sports News: Virat Kohli's much-anticipated return to the Ranji Trophy for Delhi did not unfold as fans had hoped. The celebrated Indian batter faced a disappointing first innings, scoring a mere 6 runs off 15 balls. His dismissal came at the hands of Railways pacer Himanshu Sangwan, who expertly bowled Kohli out, leaving the stumps in disarray and dashing the hopes of the enthusiastic crowd.

A Promising Start Turns Sour

Kohli began his innings with a stunning straight drive that secured a boundary, showcasing his renowned batting prowess. However, attempting a similar shot shortly after, he fell victim to Sangwan's clever change in length. This unexpected turn of events left fans at Arun Jaitley Stadium in shock, as they had gathered in large numbers to witness their idol's performance.

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Fans Eagerly Await Kohli's Next Chance

Despite the early exit, the atmosphere at the stadium was electric. Supporters had started lining up outside as early as 3 AM, eager for a glimpse of Kohli. The excitement was palpable, and even after his dismissal, many fans remained hopeful for a stronger performance in his next innings.

Kohli's Recent Struggles

This match marked Kohli's return to competitive cricket following a challenging season. In his last 10 Test matches, he managed only one century and no half-centuries. His solitary century came during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Perth, but he struggled to maintain momentum thereafter, accumulating less than 100 runs in the subsequent four matches.

The Indian cricket board responded to the team's overall poor performance by mandating that international players participate in domestic tournaments like the Ranji Trophy. Kohli had trained with Delhi's squad leading up to this match and played under captain Ayush Badoni on Day 1.As fans look forward to Kohli’s next opportunity at the crease, they remain hopeful that he can deliver a remarkable performance that will reignite his batting form and restore their faith in his abilities.