Aryaveer Kohli is emerging as a new hope for cricket lovers, who is in the news not only for his talent but also for his legacy. Aryaveer is the nephew of legendary cricketer Virat Kohli and is now working hard to make a name for himself in the cricket field.
Starting with Delhi Premier League
The Delhi Premier League is the same platform from where players like Digvesh Rathi and Priyansh Arya were recognised. Currently, Digvesh is a part of the Lucknow Super Giants team and Priyansh is a part of the Punjab Kings team.
In the recently concluded DPL auction, Aryaveer Kohli has been included in the South Delhi Superstars team. Digvesh will also be seen shining in the upcoming season on behalf of South Delhi Superstars.
Aryaveer has been bought by this team for Rs 1 lakh. Aryaveer is only 15 years old and is a left-arm leg spinner.
No pressure of surname
Delhi team coach and former India cricketer Sarandeep Singh has described Aryaveer as a "rising star". He said: “There is no pressure of surname on Aryaveer Kohli. He is a really hardworking and talented child. He is practicing hard in the nets every day and trying to prove himself.”
What is the relation with Virat Kohli?
Aryaveer Kohli is the son of Virat Kohli's elder brother Vikas Kohli. While Virat is considered the king of batting, Aryaveer wants to make a career in bowling.
Other famous players in the team
Apart from Aryaveer, there is another name in the headlines in South Delhi Superstars - Digvesh Rathi, who has been bought by the team for Rs 38 lakh. Rathi is the second most expensive player of DPL 2025. It is clear from this that this team is committed to bringing young talent forward.
Is IPL the next target?
Even before the Delhi Premier League, many young players have reached the IPL. Players like Priyansh Arya and Digvesh Rathi started their journey from this tournament. Now all eyes are on Aryaveer Kohli – will he also follow the path of IPL?
Prakash Kumar Pandey