Image: Himanshu Sangwan made headlines after dismissing Virat Kohli / © One Cricket
During the Ranji Trophy match at the Arun Jaitley Stadium, Virat Kohli’s much-anticipated return to domestic cricket was cut short when Railways pacer Himanshu Sangwan bowled him out with a sharp nip-backer. Kohli lasted only 23 minutes at the crease, facing 15 deliveries before his off-stump was rattled. The 27-year-old Sangwan, who works as a senior ticket collector at Old Delhi Railway Station, celebrated his big moment with enthusiasm.
After Delhi secured an innings victory, Kohli met Sangwan in the dressing room, signing the match ball as a memento. When Sangwan presented the ball for an autograph, Kohli asked, “Is this the same ball you got me out with?” and praised the delivery, saying, “Kya gend tha yaar, maza aa gaya” (What a beautiful delivery, I enjoyed it). Kohli also learned that Sangwan had represented Delhi at the U-19 level and complimented his bowling, encouraging him to keep working hard.
The moment went viral, as Sangwan’s breakthrough performance against one of India’s greatest batters earned him recognition. The interaction highlighted the beauty of domestic cricket, where young talents get the opportunity to make a mark against legends of the game.