Virat Kohli's heartwarming gesture after Delhi's Ranji Trophy win saw him patiently pose for pictures with ground staff, security personnel, and Railways players, acknowledging their efforts in managing the massive crowd drawn by his much-anticipated return.

On Virat Kohli's return in the first-class competition after more than 12 years, Ayush Badoni's Delhi defeated Railways by an innings and 19 runs at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.

With this win, Delhi is at the third place in Group D with two wins, two draws and three losses, giving them 21 points. However it is not enough to give them a place in the knockout stages. Star India batter Virat Kohli also failed to impress on his return to the tournament after 13 years,

Railways are reeling in the second innings as they have lost seven wickets leaving Delhi on the verge of a win. Earlier, Delhi got all out for 374 in the first innings as Himanshu Sangwan took four wickets for Railways.

Virat Kohli is trending for making his comeback in the Ranji Trophy after almost 13 years, but besides his name, chilli paneer was the other dominant keyword on social media on Thursday. Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) canteen owner Sanjay Jha spoke to TimesofIndia.com and shared the details.

Virat Kohli was castled on 6 runs by Himanshu Sangwan but Ayush Badoni struck 99 off 78 and put Delhi 93 runs ahead with three wickets in hand.

Delhi reached 41/1 in reply to Railways' 241 all out at stumps on Day 1 at the Arun jaitley Stadium. Virat Kohli, who is playing his first Ranji Trophy match after more than 12 years, will come out to bat on Friday.

Virat Kohli made his much awaited Ranji Trophy comeback after a 12-year hiatus, playing for Delhi in their last group encounter against Railways at the Arun Jaitley Stadium.

The Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi was packed with eager fans on the second day of the Ranji Trophy clash between Delhi and Railways.