Kohli Returns to Domestic Cricket After 12 Years
Virat Kohli is set to make his much-anticipated return to the Ranji Trophy as Delhi faces Railways in their final Elite Group D match. The game will be played at the Arun Jaitley Stadium in New Delhi, starting on Thursday, January 30, at 9:30 AM IST. This marks Kohli’s first appearance in the tournament since November 2012.
Initially, this match was not included in the broadcaster’s live streaming schedule. However, with Kohli’s presence generating massive interest, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and JioCinema made a last-minute decision to stream it live.
Why Is This Match Special?
Though the match will not impact the Ranji Trophy standings, as neither team is in contention for the knockout stage, Kohli’s participation has made it the most talked-about domestic fixture of the season.
BCCI’s Change in Broadcasting Plan
The usual practice is for one marquee Ranji Trophy match to be broadcast on both television and digital platforms, with this round’s selection being the Karnataka vs Haryana match, featuring KL Rahul. Meanwhile, Punjab vs Bengal (Eden Gardens) and Baroda vs Jammu & Kashmir (Baroda) were initially set for live streaming. However, following public demand, the Delhi vs Railways game was added to the streaming lineup.
Delhi vs Railways Ranji Trophy 2024: Live Streaming and Match Details
- Match Date: Thursday, January 30, 2024
- Match Time: 9:30 AM IST (Toss at 9:00 AM IST)
- Venue: Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi
- TV Broadcast: Not available
- Live Streaming Platform: JioCinema app and website
How to Watch the Match Online?
Cricket fans can tune in to the JioCinema app or website to watch Kohli’s return to red-ball domestic cricket live.
With the cricketing world’s attention on this match, it promises to be a thrilling contest despite its lack of impact on the tournament standings.
