Virat Kohli Likely to Play Another Vijay Hazare Match for Delhi After New Year

Virat Kohli’s return to domestic cricket has given Delhi a big lift in the ongoing Vijay Hazare Trophy. Playing the tournament for the first time since 2010, Kohli has already made a strong impact with the bat.

Kohli scored a century in his first match and followed it up with a fifty in the next. The two knocks have helped Delhi win both their opening games and settle well in Group D of the competition.

He was initially expected to play only two matches before shifting focus to international duty. Now, there is a strong chance he could feature in one more game after the New Year.

Reports suggest Kohli may play against Railways in Alur on January 6. This match comes just days before India begin their ODI series against New Zealand on January 11.

Whether Kohli plays that match will depend on the schedule of the Indian team camp. If the camp starts later, it opens the door for one more domestic appearance.

One key sign pointing towards his availability is that Kohli’s kit and gear are still with the Delhi team. This usually indicates a player is expected to continue with the side, at least for another match.

Kohli will not be available for three Group D matches that fall in the middle phase of the tournament. Delhi will have to manage those games without their most experienced batter.

Despite playing only two matches so far, Kohli is already Delhi’s highest run-scorer this season. He has 208 runs, underlining how valuable his presence has been at the top of the order.

His return has added extra buzz to the Vijay Hazare Trophy, drawing attention to domestic cricket at a time when international schedules are packed.