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"Almost 74 Per Cent...": AB De Villiers' Intriguing Take On Rohit Sharma's Future

South Africa batting great AB de Villiers hailed Rohit Sharma's record as a batter and captain after the India skipper lifted the ICC Champions Trophy and put an end to a lot of chatter about his retirement from the ODI format. India registered a four-wicket win over New Zealand in the summit clash to lift their third Champions Trophy title. With the recent accolade, Rohit became the second most successful Indian captain in terms of ICC titles. Under Rohit's captaincy, India lifted their second ICC silverware in less than nine months after winning the 2024 T20 World Cup title by beating South Africa in the final in Bridgetown, ending a more-than-decade-long ICC title drought stretching to the Champions Trophy win under Dhoni's leadership in 2013.

AB De Villiers Turns Back The Clock, Slams 28-Ball Ton With 15 Sixes - Watch

Legendary South Africa cricket team batter AB De Villiers turned back the clock as he slammed an unbeaten century off just 28 deliveries during the Taste of SuperSport Park exhibition match in Centurion. It was an explosive knock from De Villiers who smashed 15 sixes to cruise to a quickfire century. The legendary cricketer, who was playing for Titans Legends, retired immediately after completing his century. Thanks to his innings, Titans Legends posted a mammoth total of 269 in 20 overs. In reply, Bull Legends were 125 for the loss of 8 wickets in 14 overs before rain interrupted play. The Bulls Legends side was made up of former rugby players who used to Super Rugby side Bulls.

AB De Villiers' Big Take On Virat Kohli's Champions Trophy 2025 Heroics, Drops 'Ridiculous' Verdict

Former South Africa and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) batter AB de Villiers feels that winning the coveted Indian Premier League (IPL) title with Bengaluru-based would be the perfect finishing touch to Virat Kohli's phenomenal career. Kohli has been associated with RCB since the inception of IPL in 2008. He has also led the franchise in 140 matches before leaving the leadership role. In 252 matches, the batting stalwart has amassed 8,004 runs, including eight centuries and 55 fifties at an impressive average of 38.67.

Virender Sehwag Picks Virat Kohli Over 'Lion' Sachin Tendulkar In Best ODI Batters List. Explains Why

Though a debate over better players across eras remains a difficult one to justify, former India opening batter Virender Sehwag picked Virat Kohli as the No. 1 batter in ODI cricket history, ahead of his long-term teammate Sachin Tendulkar. Despite the fact that many reckon Tendulkar as the 'God' of cricket, a player who defined an era of cricket with his batting brilliance, Sehwag could only give him the No. 2 spot on his list. But, the former attacking opening batter did explain why he picked Virat over Sachin.

"AB de Villiers Played For Wrong Franchise": Sanjay Manjrekar Roasts RCB

One of the greatest cricketers of his time, AB de Villiers is a name that terrorized opponent teams' bowlers, no matter the format. Even after his international retirement, De Villiers played some extravagant knocks in the Indian Premier League (IPL) for Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB). However, the former South Africa star retired from professional cricket without winning a single IPL title. In today's times, De Villiers' style of play is often compared with India's T20I captain Suryakumar Yadav. During one such discussion, former India batter Sanjay Manjrekar made a bold comment on De Villiers' career.

AB De Villiers Hopes BCCI Allows Indian Players To Compete In SA20

South African great Ab de Villiers hopes the BCCI will allow Indian players to take part in the SA20 in the near future as it will only raise the profile of the young franchise-based league. Dinesh Karthik is set to become the first Indian cricketer to compete in the SA20 but that was only made possible when he announced his international and domestic retirement last year. The BCCI doesn't allow active players to take part in overseas leagues and as of now, the only way to play events outside India is by calling time on your career at home. Having said that, there is a growing trend of cricketers taking retirement in India to try their luck in the burgeoning overseas competitions.

South Africa Great AB De Villiers Hints At Comeback, Says: "Will Walk Out And Play..."

AB de Villiers wants to play "real cricket" again. Not in the high-pressure environment of IPL but somewhere "casual" to have a bit of fun and please his children. De Villiers retired from all of forms of cricket in November 2021 to spend more time with his family. The 40-year-old former South Africa captain is now involved with multiple projects in charity and broadcasting. He is also the brand ambassador of the ongoing SA20. But in a chat with Melinda Farrell on her Youtube channel, de Villiers let it slip that he wishes to play the game again.

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"Almost 74 Per Cent...": AB De Villiers' Intriguing Take On Rohit Sharma's Future

AB De Villiers Turns Back The Clock, Slams 28-Ball Ton With 15 Sixes - Watch

AB De Villiers' Big Take On Virat Kohli's Champions Trophy 2025 Heroics, Drops 'Ridiculous' Verdict

Virender Sehwag Picks Virat Kohli Over 'Lion' Sachin Tendulkar In Best ODI Batters List. Explains Why

"AB de Villiers Played For Wrong Franchise": Sanjay Manjrekar Roasts RCB

AB De Villiers Hopes BCCI Allows Indian Players To Compete In SA20

South Africa Great AB De Villiers Hints At Comeback, Says: "Will Walk Out And Play..."