'Bhaiya, what are you talking about,' Virat's former coach told a funny story, Delhi team got new energy
Kohli's joining the Delhi team has boosted the team's morale. During the practice session, the players looked more agile than before in both batting and fielding. During this, Kohli was seen giving advice to the players by forming a circle, which the team mates were listening to attentively. There is an atmosphere of excitement about Kohli's return in the coaching staff and Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) as well.
New Delhi. There were no plans to broadcast the Ranji Trophy league match between Delhi and Railways, but as soon as Virat Kohli's participation was confirmed, it was decided to broadcast this match on TV and digital platforms. There is tremendous excitement among the spectators and fans about this match to be held on Thursday at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. By Wednesday evening, the camera crew has completed the preparations for the broadcast setup in the stadium.
With Kohli's arrival, the team's performance is expected to improve. Forgetting the poor performance in the first phase of the Ranji Trophy, the Delhi team now looks ready to register a win against Railways under Kohli's leadership.
Special arrangements for fans
Keeping in mind the convenience of the spectators, the DDCA has made arrangements for free drinking water and has decided to open the North and Old Club House stands for the next four days. In view of the increasing number of spectators, Gate No. 16 and possibly Gate No. 6 will also be opened.
Kohli's hard practice
Virat Kohli was the star attraction of Delhi's practice session on Tuesday and his presence grabbed everyone's attention on Wednesday as well. A day before the match, he reached the stadium at 8:00 am and started his routine with a gym session. After this, he played a friendly football match for 15 minutes in which Delhi's head coach Sarandeep Singh was also present.
Before hitting the nets, Kohli practiced batting with a relatively thin bat without stickers. He began his batting by facing throwdown balls thrown from a distance of 16 yards.
Practice against spin and fast bowlers
During practice on the nets, Kohli faced fast bowlers Navdeep Saini, Mani Grewal, Siddhant Sharma and Rahul Gehlot. He mostly played front foot shots and tried to leave the balls going outside the off-stump. During this, he also looked uncomfortable with the balls of Siddhant Sharma and Mani Grewal on some occasions.
After this, he practiced against spinners Harsh Tyagi, Sumit Mathur and Shivam Sharma. Initially, he was seen playing on the backfoot. But later he came on the front foot and also hit high shots.
Kohli's former coach Mahesh Bhati narrated the story
Delhi team manager and Virat Kohli's Under-17 and Under-19 coach Mahesh Bhati recalled Kohli's hard work and dedication and said, "Virat Kohli always carried a big kit bag. Many times young players would come forward to help him, but he would refuse. One day I said, 'Virat, I will help you.' To this Virat replied, 'Bhaiya, what are you saying? This is my playing equipment, I will pick it up and take it myself.'
DDC officials were seen taking photos with Kohli
At 11:15 am, Kohli finished the practice session and posed for pictures with former Indian cricketer Gursharan Singh and DDCA officials. He also autographed a T-shirt for his fans. Delhi's young women cricketers were also very excited to see Kohli practicing.
There is a happy atmosphere in the family: Vikas Kohli
Virat Kohli's elder brother Vikas Kohli said that everyone in the house is very happy because Virat is playing domestic cricket after a long time. He also said that family members will reach the stadium to watch this match. However, he did not reveal which family members will be present there. Dailymintz
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