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3 months, 1 week ago

Bryony Smith and Mady Villiers shine with bat as England seal victory in Ireland

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10 months, 3 weeks ago

'Virat Kohli spat at me': Dean Elgar drops bombshell as he remembers first encounter with India star

India TV News

Dean Elgar, the former South Africa Test captain, who retired from international cricket at the start of 2024 following the two-match series against India, recalled his first meeting with Virat Kohli when he was one of the youngsters in the side. Elgar alleged that Kohli spat on him when he toured India and the left-hander got enraged and threatened the …

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10 months, 4 weeks ago

AB de Villiers takes a dig at England after India wallop Bazball on Day 1

Hindustan Times

Former South Africa captain AB de Villiers took a dig at England's Bazball approach after India dominated proceedings on Day 1 of the first Test at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad. But the way Jaiswal attacked the England bowlers, scoring at a strike rate of 108.57 without resorting to any unconventional method, gave rise to questions about England's …

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11 months ago

WATCH: Ben Foakes trips over stumps trying to collect ball; AB de Villiers hilariously calls it rugby tackle

India TV News

Team India dominated the first day of the opening Test against England in Hyderabad on Thursday, January 25. After bowling out England for 246, India scored 119 of them on the first day itself with Yashasvi Jaiswal scoring a quickfire 76* off 70 as the left-hander was Bazballing the England team themselves with a positive intent right from the outset. …

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11 months, 1 week ago

'Virat at No. 3 was the biggest...': AB De Villiers passes verdict on Kohli's batting position in T20Is

Hindustan Times

Should Virat Kohli continue to bat in the No.3 position, or can the veteran batter open the innings with skipper Rohit Sharma in T20Is? Former India skipper Kohli retained the No.3 batting position in his first T20I since 2022 on Sunday. India's Virat Kohli with former South African cricketer AB de Villiers during the match against South Africa Unavailable for …

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1 year, 1 month ago

IND v NED, World Cup 2023: Rohit Sharma breaks AB de Villiers record for most sixes in a calendar year in ODIs

India Today

India captain Rohit Sharma is on a record-breaking spree. | IND vs NED Scorecard | On Diwali day, there was fireworks in Bengaluru, this time from the two Indian openers as Rohit Sharma and Shubman Gill went after the Netherlands bowlers after Rohit Sharma won the toss and opted to bat. Rohit Sharma was tied with AB de Villiers after …

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1 year, 3 months ago

Virat Kohli is perfect for No. 4 spot: AB de Villiers

The Hindu

Virat Kohli would be the perfect answer for India’s No. 4 conundrum at the World Cup as he can put the innings together and play any kind of role in the middle order, feels South Africa great AB de Villiers. 3 position; he’s scored all his runs there, but at the end of the day, if the team needs you …

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1 year, 5 months ago

AB de Villiers reveals he was 'literally sleeping' before smashing 162 not out against West Indies in 2015 World Cup

Firstpost

More than eight years since he produced one of the most famous knocks in One-Day International cricket, South African batting legend AB de Villiers revealed he was half asleep on the field when he smashed an unbeaten 162 off 66 balls against West Indies in the 2015 World Cup. In a chat on JioCinema’s Home of Heroes, de Villiers spoke …

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1 year, 6 months ago

GT vs MI IPL 2023 Qualifier 2: Shubman Gill hailed by Virat Kohli, AB de Villiers after blistering 129 against Mumbai

Firstpost

Shubman Gill smashed his third century in four outings to propel Gujarat Titans to a commanding total of 233/3 against Mumbai Indians in Qualifier 2 of IPL 2023. Gujarat Titans opener Shubman Gill set Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium alight with the innings of a lifetime in IPL 2023 Qualifier 2 against Mumbai Indians on Friday, powering Gujarat Titans to a …

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2 years, 1 month ago

Namibia Cricket chief executive: Local kids idolised AB de Villiers and Kohli, now want to bat like JJ Smit, Erasmus

The Hindu

David Wiese’s 55 off 36 balls went in vain as Namibia fell short against UAE and crashed out in Round 1 of the T20 World Cup in Australia. In 2021, Namibia played in its first T20 World Cup and qualified for the Super 12s, beating a Test side, Ireland, to take its place alongside the game’s elite in the next …

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2 years, 7 months ago

AB de Villiers opens up about Virat Kohli's lean patch in IPL 2022: You don't become a bad player overnight

India Today

AB de Villiers backed his good friend and former Royal Challengers Bangalore teammate Virat Kohli to bounce back strong from the lean patch that has held back the star batter in IPL 2022. De Villiers said a clear mind will only help the former RCB captain regain touch, adding that he hasn't been able to speak to Kohli during the …

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3 years, 2 months ago

Hyderabad gets third win in IPL, beats Bangalore by 4 runs

Associated Press

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates — Sunrisers Hyderabad pulled off a four-run win over Royal Challengers Bangalore on Wednesday for its only third victory in this season’s Indian Premier League. Bangalore, already through to the playoffs, lost its way once Glenn Maxwell was run out in the 15th over before Hyderabad restricted Virat Kohli’s men to 137-6. The tournament’s leading …

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3 years, 7 months ago

IPL 2021: Yuvraj 'very happy' for Harpreet after all-rounder's match-winning show against RCB

The Hindu

Former India cricketer Yuvraj Singh on Saturday applauded Punjab Kings all-rounder Harpreet Brar for his match-winning performance against Royal Challengers Bangalore in the ongoing Indian Premier League. Yuvraj also praised Punjab Cricket Association president, secretary, and India off-spinner Harbhajan Singh for grooming Harpreet in state cricket. Well done pca president,secretary and @harbhajan_singh in supporting your match winners #PBKSvRCB — Yuvraj …

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3 years, 7 months ago

'He makes your jaw drop, why don't you send him to open?': Sunil Gavaskar mesmerized by RCB 'genius' AB de Villiers

Hindustan Times

Former India captain Sunil Gavaskar described AB de Villiers’ unbeaten 75-run innings against Delhi Capitals in an IPL 2021 in Ahmedabad on Tuesday as ‘amazing’ and ‘magical’. De Villiers, who became the sixth batsman to score 5000 IPL runs and the only one at a strike rate of more than 150, hit 75 off 42 balls with five sixes and …

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3 years, 7 months ago

IPL 2021, DC vs RCB: Sandstorm delays Delhi Capitals' chase against Royal Challengers Bangalore - WATCH

Hindustan Times

Delhi Capitals' run chase against Royal Challengers Bangalore in the Indian Premier League 2021 match no. A sudden sandstorm delays DC's chase against RCB Put to bat, Virat Kohli's RCB posted a 171 for 5 after AB de Villiers top-scored with an unbeaten 75 off 42 balls. However, a sudden sandstorm at the Narendra Modi cricket stadium led to a …

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3 years, 8 months ago

IPL 2021 preview: RCB, CSK set for high-voltage top of the table clash

The Hindu

The duel of the swords and the clang as the metals make contact will signify the intensity of the combat in this top-table IPL clash at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium on Sunday. Chennai Super Kings will have to find a way past the three musketeers - Virat Kohli, AB de Villiers and Glenn Maxwell - in its quest to breach Royal …

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3 years, 8 months ago

Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Rajasthan Royals Dream11 Prediction: IPL 2021 Fantasy Tips

India TV News

Royal Challengers Bangalore would aim to make it four wins out of four when they meet Rajasthan Royals in the Indian Premier League on Thursday. As the two teams meet in IPL this evening, let's take a look at RCB vs RR Dream11 Prediction, Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Rajasthan Royals Dream11 Prediction, IPL 2021 fantasy tips, IPL 2021 Match 16 …

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3 years, 8 months ago

IPL 2021, RCB vs KKR: Glenn Maxwell, AB de Villiers help Bangalore thump Kolkata by 38 runs

The Hindu

The clinical Royal Challengers Bangalore made it three out of three and moved to the top of table with a 38-run win over Kolkata Knight Riders during its IPL clash at the M. A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai on Sunday. Amassing 204 for four after electing to bat -- the rejuvenated Glenn Maxwell made a responsible 49-ball 78 and the …

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3 years, 8 months ago

IPL 2021 | RCB have given me specific role, having guys like de Villiers behind me is luxury: Glenn Maxwell

India TV News

Glenn Maxwell, who notched up his first IPL half-century on Wednesday against Sunrisers Hyderabad, is enjoying the role he's playing for Royal Challengers Bangalore this season. "It's a very nice start, new franchise for me and they have given me a specific role. It's nice to have batters behind you, you have freedom with AB to come and it's a …

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3 years, 8 months ago

MI vs RCB: Kyle Jamieson bowls 'bat-breaking' delivery to Krunal Pandya - WATCH

Hindustan Times

Royal Challengers Bangalore has got off to a winning start in their Indian Premier League 2021 campaign. Harshal Patel and AB de Villiers were the stars of the show for RCB against MI as they made match-winning contributions to their team's victory. READ | 'He does it on slow wickets what not many can do': Virat Kohli says 'opposition gets …

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3 years, 10 months ago

'Will be pretty cool': Glenn Maxwell eager to bat alongside his 'idol' at Royal Challengers Bangalore

Hindustan Times

Glenn Maxwell, who was released by Punjab Kings after spending several seasons with the franchise has his eyes set on the IPL auction. Maxwell has set his base price at ₹2 crore for the IPL 2021 auction on Thursday, and while teams will be eager to secure the services of the big-hitting Australia, the all-rounder revealed he wouldn't mind going …

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4 years, 1 month ago

AB de Villiers apologises to RCB fans after their exit from IPL 2020 – India TV

India TV News

Royal Challengers Bangalore had a disappointing end to their IPL 2020 campaign. After being put to bat first, RCB started their innings with the fresh opening pair of skipper Kohli and Devdutt Padikkal. Wickets kept falling at regular intervals but AB de Villiers and Aaron Finch stuck in the middle to avoid a batting collapse. In the end, RCB managed …

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4 years, 1 month ago

4 Big Performances as SRH Knock Out Virat’s RCB in IPL Eliminator

The Quint

All-round Brilliance from Jason Holder Virat Kohli’s poor performances in knockout games continued to haunt him and this time, it put RCB in a spot of bother as Holder tucked him up. In his second over, Holder’s height and accuracy was a cause of concern yet again as Devdutt Padikkal could not control a pull and Priyam Garg took a …

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4 years, 1 month ago

IPL 2020 | Virat Kohli, AB de Villiers haven't been delivering to their standards lately, feels Aakash Chopra

India TV News

Vying for their maiden IPL trophy, Royal Challengers Bangalore have landed in a tricky spot after suffering three defeats on the trot. In the clash against Chennai Super Kings, the trusted RCB duo of Kolhi and AB de Villiers spent time in the middle but failed to get going. In their next game against defending champions Mumbai Indians, the Kohli-de …

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Bryony Smith and Mady Villiers shine with bat as England seal victory in Ireland

'Virat Kohli spat at me': Dean Elgar drops bombshell as he remembers first encounter with India star

AB de Villiers takes a dig at England after India wallop Bazball on Day 1

WATCH: Ben Foakes trips over stumps trying to collect ball; AB de Villiers hilariously calls it rugby tackle

'Virat at No. 3 was the biggest...': AB De Villiers passes verdict on Kohli's batting position in T20Is

IND v NED, World Cup 2023: Rohit Sharma breaks AB de Villiers record for most sixes in a calendar year in ODIs

Virat Kohli is perfect for No. 4 spot: AB de Villiers

AB de Villiers reveals he was 'literally sleeping' before smashing 162 not out against West Indies in 2015 World Cup

GT vs MI IPL 2023 Qualifier 2: Shubman Gill hailed by Virat Kohli, AB de Villiers after blistering 129 against Mumbai

Namibia Cricket chief executive: Local kids idolised AB de Villiers and Kohli, now want to bat like JJ Smit, Erasmus

AB de Villiers opens up about Virat Kohli's lean patch in IPL 2022: You don't become a bad player overnight

Hyderabad gets third win in IPL, beats Bangalore by 4 runs

IPL 2021: Yuvraj 'very happy' for Harpreet after all-rounder's match-winning show against RCB

'He makes your jaw drop, why don't you send him to open?': Sunil Gavaskar mesmerized by RCB 'genius' AB de Villiers

IPL 2021, DC vs RCB: Sandstorm delays Delhi Capitals' chase against Royal Challengers Bangalore - WATCH

IPL 2021 preview: RCB, CSK set for high-voltage top of the table clash

Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Rajasthan Royals Dream11 Prediction: IPL 2021 Fantasy Tips

IPL 2021, RCB vs KKR: Glenn Maxwell, AB de Villiers help Bangalore thump Kolkata by 38 runs

IPL 2021 | RCB have given me specific role, having guys like de Villiers behind me is luxury: Glenn Maxwell

MI vs RCB: Kyle Jamieson bowls 'bat-breaking' delivery to Krunal Pandya - WATCH

'Will be pretty cool': Glenn Maxwell eager to bat alongside his 'idol' at Royal Challengers Bangalore

AB de Villiers apologises to RCB fans after their exit from IPL 2020 – India TV

4 Big Performances as SRH Knock Out Virat’s RCB in IPL Eliminator

IPL 2020 | Virat Kohli, AB de Villiers haven't been delivering to their standards lately, feels Aakash Chopra