Delhi vs Andhra Pradesh: When & where to watch Virat Kohli’s comeback to Vijay Hazare Trophy?
Overview:
With his Test and T20I careers now behind him, playing in the Vijay Hazare Trophy will provide crucial match practice ahead of India’s ODI series against New Zealand early next year.
Virat Kohli is set to feature in the Vijay Hazare Trophy for the first time in ten years after being selected in Delhi’s squad for their opening two fixtures. The Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) confirmed that Rishabh Pant will captain the team in the tournament. Delhi will begin their campaign against Andhra Pradesh at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Wednesday, December 24.
Kohli’s domestic comeback follows the BCCI’s firm stance that players must feature in domestic cricket when not engaged in international duties. With his Test and T20I careers now behind him, playing in the Vijay Hazare Trophy will provide crucial match practice ahead of India’s ODI series against New Zealand early next year.
Kohli’s inclusion is a major boost for Delhi, with the senior batter entering the tournament in excellent touch after delivering strong performances in recent ODI series against Australia and South Africa. He ended 2025 as India’s leading ODI run-scorer with 651 runs from 13 matches at a strike rate close to 96.
Delhi vs Andhra Pradesh match details
| Match | Delhi vs Andhra Pradesh |
| Tournament | Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025–26 |
| Date | December 24 |
| Time | 9:00 AM IST |
| Venue | BCCI’s Centre of Excellence, Bengaluru |
Virat Kohli’s Vijay Hazare Trophy stats
In his previous stint in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, Kohli represented Delhi in 13 matches from 2008 to 2010, scoring 819 runs, which included four tons and three fifties. His previous outing in the tournament dates back to 2010, when Delhi faced Services. Leading Delhi, he chipped in with a brisk 16 off eight balls in a total of 311, before Services were bundled out for 198.
How and where to tune in for Delhi vs Andhra Pradesh?
Star Sports holds the broadcasting rights for the Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025–26 in India. However, it remains unclear whether the Delhi vs Andhra Pradesh clash will be shown live on the Star Sports network. Fans can still catch the tournament action via live streaming on the JioStar app and official website.
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