Former South African cricketer AB de Villiers has once again shown his admiration for Virat Kohli, calling him not just a great player but also a close friend. Speaking about Kohli’s absence from Test cricket, AB said:
“We and India always miss Virat Kohli in Test Cricket. He's a big friend of mine. I even miss watching him play red-ball cricket, but at least he's still there in white-ball format and hopefully many more years to come."
🏏 A Bond Beyond Cricket
Kohli and de Villiers aren’t just cricketing icons; they’re teammates turned brothers. Their unforgettable partnership at Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) built a bond admired by millions. Fans still recall their explosive batting partnerships that lit up stadiums and made RCB one of the most-watched franchises.
🏆 Why Virat’s Test Presence Matters
Virat Kohli is often regarded as one of the finest batsmen in Test cricket. His passion, aggression, and consistency brought India some of its biggest overseas victories. While fans may miss his frequent Test appearances, his legacy in the format is already cemented.
For cricket lovers, his impact is similar to legends like Sachin Tendulkar and Ricky Ponting, who redefined the art of batting across eras.
🎯 The White-Ball Hope
As AB de Villiers rightly said, Kohli still graces the field in ODIs and T20Is, where his hunger for runs hasn’t slowed down. With major ICC tournaments ahead, fans hope to see many more match-winning knocks from the King himself.
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