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.

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, currently playing in the Ranji Trophy, took the field for Delhi in their match against Railways, which began on January 30. This match marked Kohli's first Ranji Trophy appearance in 12 years.

Virat Kohli's return to the Ranji Trophy lasted only 15 deliveries on day two of the match against Railways at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on Friday.

Vikas Kohli, Virat’s elder brother, has not only been a constant supporter of his cricket career but also a key business partner

Virat Kohli featured in his first Ranji Trophy fixture since 2012 when he took the field for Delhi in their round seven clash against Railways at the Arun Jaitley Stadium. Kohli was felicitated by the Delhi & District Cricket Association at the end of the second day of the fixture.

Railways pacer Himanshu Sangwan found himself in the collective consciousness of Indian cricket followers after taking the "most important wicket of his life," dismissing superstar Virat Kohli in a Ranji Trophy match against Delhi on Friday.

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 has played only 23 Ranji Trophy games in hi career. However, in total he has played 140 first-class games. Hence, Virat Kohli will earn Rs 60,000 per day during the Delhi vs Railways Match.