Speculations are now rife that former India skipper Virat Kohli may return to play for his domestic team, Delhi, in the Ranji Trophy after a long break.

Following India's recent slump in Test cricket, the focus has shifted to domestic cricket. Following BCCI's order, several top names will be seen participating in the upcoming Ranji Trophy match, which begins on January 23.

India Test wicket-keeper Rishabh Pant and opener Yashasvi Jaiswal had confirmed their availability to play in the next round of the Ranji Trophy on Tuesday.

Pant will join the Delhi squad in Rajkot ahead of their match against Saurashtra, DDCA secretary Ashok Sharma said

Rishabh Pant is likely to lead Delhi Cricket team in the Ranji Trophy match against Saurashtra. He has confirmed his availability for the fixture. Virat Kohli hasn't yet confirmed whether he will play the fixture or not.

Despite their involvement in the top domestic red-ball tournament being uncertain, Kohli and Pant were listed as Delhi's probables for the remaining Ranji Trophy matches.

In a major update for Delhi, they will reportedly be led by Rishabh Pant for the match against Saurashtra, amid no update on Virat Kohli's availability.

Team India star batter Virat Kohli’s availability to play for his state team Delhi in the Ranji Trophy is still in suspense as he is yet to give confirmation for his participation in the red-ball domestic cricket tournament.

Rishabh Pant available for Delhi’s next Ranji clash, no updates from Virat Kohli yet. (Source -BCCI) Star India batter has decided to make himself available for Delhi in the upcoming Ranji Trophy match,