After the inclusion of Virat Kohli in the Delhi Ranji Trophy probables, there is widespread speculation about whether he will play in the 2024-25 Ranji Trophy season. Currently, there is no confirmation, as this is just a list of 84 probables. It’s also worth noting that this isn’t the first time we’ve seen Virat’s name in the Delhi Ranji Trophy probables; something similar occurred in 2019.
Since Kohli has established himself in the Indian side and has been busy with the national team, where he has scored tons of international runs, he hasn’t featured in the Ranji Trophy tournament for a long time, last playing in 2012. However, speculation is high regarding his potential return. But how has Virat Kohli performed for the Delhi team in Ranji Trophy cricket in the past? Check his full stats for each Ranji Trophy season.
Virat Kohli Ranji Trophy stats
| Season | Matches | Runs | Average | 100s |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006/07 | 6 | 257 | 36.71 | 0 |
| 2007/08 | 5 | 373 | 53.28 | 2 |
| 2008/09 | 4 | 174 | 34.8 | 0 |
| 2009/10 | 3 | 374 | 93.5 | 1 |
| 2010/11 | 4 | 339 | 56.5 | 2 |
| 2012/13 | 1 | 57 | 28.5 | 0 |
| Total | 23 | 1574 | 50.77 | 5 |
Virat Kohli first Ranji Match
The run machine has played a total of 23 Ranji Trophy games, with his first appearance coming in the 2006-07 season. His debut match was against Tamil Nadu, which was not memorable, as he made just 10 runs. Overall, Virat has scored 1,574 runs with an impressive average of 51, including 5 centuries. Kohli last played in 2012 against Uttar Pradesh, where he scored 14 and 42 runs, being dismissed both times by India’s swing sensation, Bhuvneshwar Kumar.
Will Virat Kohli be playing in the Ranji Trophy 2024-25?
Currently, there is no confirmation regarding this, as it is just a probable list. Rishabh Pant’s name is also included. Since both players are occupied with international duties, including many upcoming Test matches, from the New Zealand Test series to the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, India will play a total of eight Test matches, followed by the World Test Championship final in England (if India qualifies). Therefore, the chances of both players participating in this season’s Ranji Trophy are extremely slim.
