Virat Kohli's convoy spotted in Ayodhya, former captain to attend Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha - WATCH

Veteran India batsman Virat Kohli, former captain of Indian cricket team, is expected to be present at highly anticipated consecration ceremony of Ram Mandir in Ayodhya, Uttar Presh on January 22. Reports suggest that Kohli has alrey reached city, situated over 700 kilometers away from capital, New Delhi. A video capturing Kohli's convoy navigating ros of Ayodhya is making rounds on social media.

3 things you need to know

• Apart from Virat Kohli, several or high-profile names have been extended invitation
• Former India captain MS Dhoni and legendary batsman Sachin Tendulkar are also expected to be present
• Prime Minister Narendra Modi will sit as patron at Ram Temple consecration 

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Virat Kohli arrives in Ayodhya for Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha

Reports indicate that Virat Kohli flew to Ayodhya from Hyderab, where he and Indian team are currently practicing for upcoming first Test match against England. opening Test between India and England is scheduled to commence on January 25 in Hyderab. Kohli is said to have sought a one-day leave from BCCI to attend Ram Mandir Pran Pratishtha in Ayodhya.

Earlier, after conclusion of second T20I between India and Afghanistan, Virat Kohli flew from Indore to Mumbai to personally receive invitation for Ram Mandir consecration ceremony at his residence.