NEW DELHI: Team India batter Virat Kohli’s anticipated return to Delhi’s Ranji Trophy lineup against Railways on January 30 has cricket fans excited to see the modern-day legend play a rare domestic match.
Kohli’s domestic hiatus dates back to November 2012, his last appearance being a Group B Ranji Trophy game against Uttar Pradesh in Ghaziabad.
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In a tight contest, Delhi succumbed to a six-wicket loss despite a century from Virender Sehwag as Mukul Dagar and Mohammad Kaif led a gritty UP response.
As Kohli returns to the domestic stage, here’s a look at where his teammates from that 2012 fixture are now.
Gautam Gambhir
Delhi’s former skipper Gautam Gambhir retired from all formats in 2018. Since July 2024, he has been serving as the head coach of Team India, overseeing operations across all formats. Under Gambhir’s stewardship, the Indian team is undergoing a transition.
Virender Sehwag
The explosive opener bid farewell to cricket in 2015 and seamlessly transitioned to the commentary box. Renowned for his insightful yet humorous take on the game, Sehwag has become a standout voice in cricket commentary, celebrated for his unique blend of wit and analysis.
Unmukt Chand
A once-promising prospect and U19 World Cup-winning captain, Unmukt Chand now resides in the United States, playing in several franchise leagues and is now eligible to play for the USA team internationally. He has also tried his hand at commentary.
Mithun Manhas
Manhas, an integral part of domestic cricket for years, last played in 2017. Post-retirement, he took up coaching, including stints with IPL teams. Last, he served as the assistant coach for Gujarat Titans.
Punit Bisht
As of 2023, Punit Bisht played for Meghalaya in the Ranji Trophy.
Sumit Narwal
Having retired in 2017, the all-rounder has largely stayed away from cricket’s limelight. Now 42, he enjoys a quieter life.
Pradeep Sangwan
At 34, Sangwan made his last appearance for Delhi in the 2023 Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy.
Ashish Nehra
Since retiring in 2017, Nehra has been a sought-after coach, currently leading Gujarat Titans in the IPL. Known for his sharp cricketing acumen, Nehra has occasionally done cricket commentary duties for various channels.
Ishant Sharma
Having retired from international cricket in 2023, the veteran pacer was picked by Gujarat Titans for the IPL 2025. He has also dabbled in commentary, expanding his post-cricket career prospects.
Vikas Mishra
The youngest in the group, Mishra is only 32. His last outing was in the 2024 Ranji Trophy season in a game between Delhi and Madhya Pradesh.