India’s batting icon Virat Kohli is set to return to the Vijay Hazare Trophy in the 2025–26 season, marking a comeback to India’s premier domestic one-day tournament after nearly 15 years. The Delhi batter, who is currently active only in ODI cricket, will represent his home team Delhi under the captaincy of Rishabh Pant.
Kohli return has generated huge interest, not just because of his current form at the international level, but also due to his outstanding record in the Vijay Hazare Trophy, where he once dominated Indian domestic cricket.
Virat Kohli Return to Vijay Hazare Trophy 2025-26
The 2025–26 Vijay Hazare Trophy will be played from December 24 to January 18, with 32 teams competing across four groups. Kohli has been included in Delhi’s squad for the opening matches and is expected to play at least the first two games of the tournament.
This tournament will also serve as an important preparation phase for Kohli ahead of the India vs New Zealand ODI series starting January 11, making his domestic comeback even more meaningful.
Virat Kohli’s Overall Record in Vijay Hazare Trophy
Virat Kohli last played in the Vijay Hazare Trophy in 2010, but his numbers remain among the best in the tournament’s history.
Virat Kohli – Vijay Hazare Trophy Career Stats
| Matches | Innings | Runs | Highest Score | Average | 100s | 50s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 | 13 | 819 | 124 | 68.25 | 4 | 3 |
Kohli’s average of 68.25 highlights how consistent and dominant he was in the domestic 50-over format even before becoming an international superstar.
Match-by-Match Highlights in Vijay Hazare Trophy
Kohli played in the tournament between 2008 and 2010, producing several memorable innings for Delhi.
Virat Kohli – Notable Vijay Hazare Trophy Innings
| Date | Opponent | Runs | Balls | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 2, 2008 | Bengal | 56 | 56 | Visakhapatnam |
| Feb 15, 2009 | Jammu & Kashmir | 102 | 113 | Dharamsala |
| Feb 17, 2009 | Punjab | 119* | 110 | Dharamsala |
| Feb 21, 2009 | Haryana | 124 | 82 | Dharamsala |
| Feb 28, 2009 | Railways | 114 | 93 | Agartala |
| Feb 16, 2010 | Haryana | 94 | 99 | Rohtak |
These innings showed Kohli’s ability to score big hundreds, rotate strike, and dominate bowling attacks—qualities that later defined his international career.
Match-by-Match Highlights in Vijay Hazare Trophy
Kohli played in the tournament between 2008 and 2010, producing several memorable innings for Delhi.
Virat Kohli – Notable Vijay Hazare Trophy Innings
| Date | Opponent | Runs | Balls | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 2, 2008 | Bengal | 56 | 56 | Visakhapatnam |
| Feb 15, 2009 | Jammu & Kashmir | 102 | 113 | Dharamsala |
| Feb 17, 2009 | Punjab | 119* | 110 | Dharamsala |
| Feb 21, 2009 | Haryana | 124 | 82 | Dharamsala |
| Feb 28, 2009 | Railways | 114 | 93 | Agartala |
| Feb 16, 2010 | Haryana | 94 | 99 | Rohtak |
These innings showed Kohli’s ability to score big hundreds, rotate strike, and dominate bowling attacks—qualities that later defined his international career.
List A Milestone: Closing in on History
Kohli is also on the verge of a historic milestone in List A cricket:
- List A runs: 15,999
- Matches: 342
- Average: 57.34
- Hundreds: 57
He is just one run away from becoming the second Indian after Sachin Tendulkar to score 16,000 List A runs, further highlighting his longevity and consistency.
Virat Kohli’s Vijay Hazare Trophy record tells the story of a batter who mastered the 50-over format long before he became a global icon. As he returns in the 2025–26 season, fans will once again witness the roots of a legend who continues to set benchmarks across every level of cricket.
