Former India allrounder Irfan Pathan was forced to face the fans' wrath after he commented on top India batsman Virat Kohli's tame and early dismissal on his return to domestic cricket after a gap of more than 12 years.

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.

Virat Kohli's much-anticipated Ranji Trophy return was cut short when he was bowled for 6 runs by Himanshu Sangwan. Irfan Pathan reflected on the difficulties of domestic cricket, prompting mixed reactions from Kohli's fans who felt Pathan was overly critical.

Indian cricket icon Virat Kohli's return to Ranji Trophy has left the Arun Jaitley Stadium massively crowded in a rare view from a domestic match in the country.

Preparations were being made to telecast the game, more stands than usual were being readied for fans, and players on both sides were excited to be part of his first Ranji Trophy game since 2012