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After months of intense cricketing action, the Indian Premier League (IPL) has reached its final showdown. Amid all the excitement and buzz, former Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) batter AB de Villiers has shared a few words of advice for his longtime friend and ex-RCB teammate Virat Kohli. Known for his composure under pressure and match-winning instincts, De Villiers emphasized the importance of enjoying the game. His advice comes just as RCB are set to take on Punjab Kings (PBKS) in the final of IPL 2025.
AB de Villiers’ heartfelt message for Virat Kohli and fans
Talking on Star Sports De Villiers shared a heartfelt message for Kohli ahead of the IPL 2025 final, encouraging him to go out, have fun, and enjoy himself on the field. He urged Kohli to play with a smile and savour every moment of the big occasion. De Villiers expressed his confidence in Kohli, saying he would be watching and believed he could bring the trophy home. He also addressed the fans, saying it’s going to be a great final, one to remember.
“My message to Virat Kohli is to go out & enjoy have fun out there, put a smile on your face. I will be there and watching you Virat, Bring the trophy Home, enjoy every minute of it. To the fans its gonna be a great final. It’s going to be one to remember. And just be sure that boy will be there till the last bowl,” said De Villiers.
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De Villiers’ scintillating stint with RCB
De Villiers has had a remarkable and electrifying career with RCB in the IPL. Across 156 matches, he has scored an impressive 4,491 runs, demonstrating exceptional batting prowess. His strike rate of about 161.5 highlights his aggressive approach, consistently putting pressure on bowlers and changing the course of games. With a solid batting average near 41.5, de Villiers has proven to be both a powerful hitter and a dependable run-scorer for his team. His dynamic and thrilling performances have made him one of the most exciting and valuable players in IPL history.
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