The Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi witnessed an electrifying atmosphere on the second day of the Ranji Trophy clash between Delhi and Railways. With Delhi resuming their innings at 41/1, thousands of fans gathered with one primary goal—to watch Indian cricket icon Virat Kohli take the crease.
Fans Travel from Afar to Watch Kohli in Action
Among the eager spectators was Anurag Singh, a die-hard Kohli fan who traveled all the way from Bihar just for a chance to see his favorite cricketer live. Expressing his excitement, he said, “I actually want a wicket to fall quickly so we can watch Virat bat. It has always been my dream to see him play in person. There’s only one king—King Kohli! He will definitely score a century in the Champions Trophy.”
Abhishek Chauhan, another passionate supporter, had already attended the first day’s play but returned for the second day, hoping to witness a memorable knock. “I was here yesterday too. If we get to see a century from him in this match, it would be incredible,” he shared.
For some, the occasion was even more special. Naveen Negi, attending his first-ever live cricket match, was thrilled to be at the stadium. “I wanted to come yesterday, but the crowd was overwhelming. This is my first time watching a match in a stadium, and I couldn’t have asked for a better occasion to see Kohli bat,” he said.
Unprecedented Turnout for a Domestic Match
The anticipation inside the stadium was intense, with fans eagerly awaiting a Delhi wicket to see their hero walk out to bat. Kohli’s presence alone was enough to create a buzz rarely seen in domestic cricket. Security officials had to open additional gates to accommodate the overwhelming crowd, while extra personnel were deployed to manage the situation.
According to ESPNCricinfo, over 15,000 fans attended the match—a rare sight for a Ranji Trophy fixture. The excitement surrounding Kohli’s return to domestic cricket made this one of the most highly attended domestic games in recent history.
Fan Breaches Security to Meet Kohli
The match also saw an unexpected incident when an enthusiastic fan managed to evade security and rush onto the field to meet Kohli. The individual reached the cricketer and even touched his feet before security personnel intervened and escorted him off the ground. Kohli, however, requested them to handle the situation calmly and avoid any harsh action against the fan.
With the stadium buzzing and excitement at its peak, Kohli’s participation in the Ranji Trophy has already proven to be a major attraction. Whether he delivers a big innings or not, his return to domestic cricket has undoubtedly given fans an unforgettable experience.
