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"Alien Reporting From...": Royal Challengers Bangalore's Strange Tweet As AB de Villiers Touches Base

Legendary batters Chris Gayle and AB de Villiers arrived in Bengaluru on Saturday to attend the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) Unbox event, where they will be inducted into the RCB Hall of Fame. The RCB Unbox event will take place on Sunday. RCB took to their official Twitter handle to announce Gayle and de Villiers' arrival at Bengaluru. "The mothership has landed. We've an alien reporting from the Bengaluru base. Happy HOMECOMING, AB de Villiers! #PlayBold #nmmRCB #IPL2023@ABdeVilliers17," tweeted RCB.

"If I Get To The Level...": Virat Kohli's Message To RCB Fans Is Pure Belief

Truly one of the greatest batters of all time, Virat Kohli was unarguably at one of the lowest points in his career over the last 2-3 years where he could not hit a single hundred. However, over the last few months, the veteran batter seems to be nearing his best, having scored a century each in all three formats. Ahead of the start of the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2023 season with Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), Kohli has given an excellent message of hope to the franchise's fans.

Watch: On This Day - Yuvraj Singh Tames Australia For India's First Win

On this day in 2011, Yuvraj Singh's all-round heroics saw India beat Australia in the quarterfinals of the ODI World Cup in Ahmedabad. Yuvraj took two crucial wickets and slammed an unbeaten 57 as India edged out Australia to set up a semi-final clash with arch-rivals Pakistan. Chasing a target of 261, India were at a precarious 187 for five when Yuvraj and Suresh Raina set up a match-winning partnership of 74 runs in 61 balls.

Pakistan Board "Isn't Weak": Ex-Captain's Strong Message To BCCI, Advices Making 'Friends'

Former Pakistan captain Shahid Afridi has urged the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to resolve all outstanding issues that have stalled cricketing ties between the two countries and facilitate the return of one of the greatest rivalries in the gentleman's game. Recently, Afridi's team Asia Lions defeated World Giants and emerge as the new champions of the Legends League Cricket (LLC) Masters. In the final held at the Asian Town Cricket Stadium in Doha, Asia Lions, cheered on by a packed crowd, scored an emphatic seven-wicket victory with 23 balls to spare.

India vs Australia: "There Was No Planning" - Ex-India Star Slams Virat Kohli's Mode Of Dismissal In 3rd ODI

India conceded a rare series defeat at home as Australia turned the tide on the hosts to win the series-deciding third and final ODI in Chennai on Wednesday. Chasing a target of 270, India seemed to be in control of the proceedings when Virat Kohli slammed his 65th ODI half-century. However, Kohli played a loose shot off Ashton Agar's delivery and perished on 54. After his dismissal, India's innings crumbled as the hosts conceded the series. Former India batter Mohammad Kaif wasn't happy with Kohli's selection, saying that it lacked planning.

"Wasn't Doing Enough, Wasn't Happy...": Virat Kohli Opens Up On Lean Patch For Indian Cricket Team

Star batter Virat Kohli marked his return to his vintage after he smashed his 28th Test hundred during the fourth Test against Australia in Ahmedabad. The 34-year-old batter had last reached the triple figures in the longest format, back in 2019 during a Test against Bangladesh in Kolkata. After a gap of 3.5 years, Kohli not only brought up his 75th international Test ton but his knock of 186, helped Team India in playing a draw against Australia, which also booked their spot in the World Test Championship final.

Watch: Smriti Mandhana Bowls In WPL, India Teammate Draws Comparisons With Virat Kohli

It was a disappointing show from Smriti Mandhana in the inaugural season of the Women's Premier League as the star batter failed to score big for Royal Challengers Bangalore and her team also failed to reach the play-offs. However, the RCB skipper had a surprise up her sleeve in the final group stage match against Mumbai Indians on Tuesday. Mandhana, who was bought for a record Rs 3.4 crore, bowled for the first time in the tournament and the video has quickly gone viral on social media as she rarely bowls. Mandhana's action reminded fans of Virat Kohli who is also well known for his distinctive bowling action and even her India teammate Harleen Deol reacted to her bowling.

Watch: AB De Villiers Stops Short Of Calling Virat Kohli 'Old', Leaves India Batter In Splits

In a fun chat on YouTube, Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers had a gala time as they discussed some intriguing chapters of their careers. From sharing hilarious anecdotes to discussing their struggles on the field, the two cricketing superstars entertained fans to the full. During the chat, however, a statement from de Villiers left Kohli in absolute splits. The moment came when the former South Africa player almost called Kohli ‘old' before correcting himself and branding him as a ‘Very Very Senior Player'. Kohli couldn't control his laughter seeing de Villiers' attempt.

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"Alien Reporting From...": Royal Challengers Bangalore's Strange Tweet As AB de Villiers Touches Base

"If I Get To The Level...": Virat Kohli's Message To RCB Fans Is Pure Belief

Watch: On This Day - Yuvraj Singh Tames Australia For India's First Win

Pakistan Board "Isn't Weak": Ex-Captain's Strong Message To BCCI, Advices Making 'Friends'

India vs Australia: "There Was No Planning" - Ex-India Star Slams Virat Kohli's Mode Of Dismissal In 3rd ODI

"Wasn't Doing Enough, Wasn't Happy...": Virat Kohli Opens Up On Lean Patch For Indian Cricket Team

Watch: Smriti Mandhana Bowls In WPL, India Teammate Draws Comparisons With Virat Kohli

Watch: AB De Villiers Stops Short Of Calling Virat Kohli 'Old', Leaves India Batter In Splits