Indian cricketer Virat Kohli is set to play his first Ranji Trophy match for Delhi since 2012, against Railways on January 30. Kohli’s return to domestic cricket is part of his preparation for upcoming national duties.

The BCCI has made playing domestic cricket mandatory for its contracted cricketers unless there is a fitness issue following the series loss in Australia earlier this month.

Virat Kohli last played a Ranji trophy match against Uttar Pradesh in 2012. He is now set to play in the premier domestic tournament after more than 12 years. Kohli has made himself available for Delhi's game against Railways.

Delhi cricket team coach Sarandeep Singh confirmed on Monday that Virat Kohli will be available for selection for the side’s Ranji Trophy match against Railways, set to start on January 30.

The India squad for the Champions Trophy came out on January 18. The tournament begins on February 19 and India’s opening game against Bangladesh is on February 20. While other teams shall play in Pakistan,

India will refine their preparations for the Champions Trophy with a three-match ODI series against England, beginning on February 6 in Nagpur. The two teams are placed in separate groups for the Champions Trophy,