Milestone awaits Virat Kohli, just 1 run away from creating HISTORY in…

Virat Kohli stands one run away from history as he returns to domestic cricket, eyeing a List A milestone before the ODI series.

New Delhi: There’s exciting news for fans, as Virat Kohli is set to return to the domestic cricket scene. Before the upcoming ODI series, he will be honing his skills in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, where a historic record awaits him.

Return to Domestic Cricket After 15 Years

Virat Kohli will be seen playing in the Vijay Hazare Trophy after a long gap of almost 15 years. This tournament is particularly important for Virat, who has amassed numerous records in international cricket, as he is just one run away from a major milestone in List A cricket.

Part of the Delhi Team Under Pant’s Captaincy

Virat Kohli will represent the Delhi team in this tournament and will play under the captaincy of Rishabh Pant. This decision is also in line with the BCCI’s directive encouraging centrally contracted players to participate in domestic cricket. After retiring from Tests and T20Is, Virat’s return to the domestic arena is a great treat for his fans.

Preparation Platform for the New Zealand Series

Kohli will play only two matches in the Vijay Hazare Trophy. He will use these matches as preparation for the ODI series against New Zealand. Delhi’s first match will be against Andhra Pradesh on December 24, while the first ODI between India and New Zealand will be played on January 11.

Close to a Historic List A Record

Virat Kohli is now just one run away from completing 16,000 runs in List A cricket. He could become the second Indian after Sachin Tendulkar to achieve this feat. So far, in 342 List A matches, he has scored 15,999 runs at an average of 57.34, including 57 centuries and 84 half-centuries. His record in the Vijay Hazare Trophy has also been impressive, where he has scored runs at an average of over 60.

Story Highlights

1. Virat Kohli to play in the Vijay Hazare Trophy after 15 years
2. Kohli will be part of the Delhi team under Rishabh Pant’s captaincy
3. Just one run away from completing 16,000 runs in List A cricket
4. Will play the domestic tournament to prepare for the ODI series against New Zealand