NEW DELHI: Even before the Ranji Trophy match between Delhi and Railways could begin, hundreds of fans gathered at the Arjun Jaitley Stadium to witness Virat Kohli make his maiden domestic red-ball appearance in 13 years, showcasing the superstar's unrivaled aura.
For Kohli's homecoming, the Delhi and Districts Cricket Association (DDCA) had predicted a crowd of about 10,000, which is unusual for a Ranji Trophy match. However, his magnetic pull was so strong that even those high-minded calculations were thrown for a loop.