Who Is Aryaveer Kohli? Meet Virat Kohli’s Nephew and Young Leg Spinner Chasing a Cricket Dream

Aryaveer Kohli, just 15 years old, is beginning to make headlines in Indian cricket. He’s not just another young player — he’s the nephew of former Indian cricket captain Virat Kohli. But Aryaveer isn’t relying on his famous surname. Instead, he’s working hard to build a name for himself as a leg-spinner.

Aryaveer is the son of Vikas Kohli, Virat’s elder brother. While Virat is known for his powerful batting, Aryaveer has taken a different path. He’s focusing on bowling — more specifically, leg-spin, a skill that demands patience, control, and cleverness.

Recently, Aryaveer caught attention at a training session, where he impressed coaches with his serious attitude and skills that go beyond his age. His hard work has earned him a spot in the second season of the Delhi Premier League (DPL) — a state-level T20 tournament that helped launch IPL stars like Digvesh Rathi and Priyansh Arya.

Aryaveer Joins South Delhi Superstarz

Aryaveer was picked up by South Delhi Superstarz in the recent DPL auction. Interestingly, he’ll now be playing alongside Digvesh Rathi, who is one of the most expensive players in the league with a contract of ₹38 lakh. The DPL is quickly becoming a key platform for young talent looking to break into professional cricket.

Aryaveer’s entry into this league is a big step. It shows that he’s serious about a career in cricket, and he’s willing to take on tough competition to prove himself.

What’s Next for Virat Kohli?

While Aryaveer is starting his career, his uncle Virat Kohli is currently taking a break. He has retired from T20 Internationals and Test cricket, but he’s still available for ODIs. Kohli has been spending time in London with his family.

He was supposed to return during India’s tour of Bangladesh in August 2025, but that series has been postponed due to political unrest. However, Sri Lanka Cricket has reportedly invited BCCI for a short white-ball series in August. If that happens, fans might see Kohli back in the Indian jersey soon — his last appearance was in the final of the ICC Champions Trophy.