India, Oct. 14 -- India's cricket icon Virat Kohli made a much-anticipated return to the country on Tuesday, marking his first public appearance in months. The former India captain was spotted at New Delhi airport, just days before the national team's departure for the upcoming ODI series against Australia. Kohli, dressed casually, made a quick exit from the terminal and avoided fan selfies as he headed straight to his car to join the Indian contingent.

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