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SKY needs 'tiny mind switch' to succeed in ODI cricket: AB de Villiers

SKY needs 'tiny mind switch' to succeed in ODI cricket: AB de Villiers

Rediff.com9 Sep 2023

A B de Villiers believes that India's T20 batting sensation Suryakumar Yadav needs a slight tweak in his mindset in order to replicate his success in the 50-over format.

AB de Villiers considering retirement?

AB de Villiers considering retirement?

Rediff.com13 Jan 2016

New South African captain AB de Villiers said he is still motivated to perform in all forms of international cricket and hopes the responsibility of being appointed South Africa Test captain will improve his performances. But confirmed there was 'a bit of truth' in rumours he was considering retirement.

AB de Villiers is a 'real wicketkeeping option' for RCB this season

AB de Villiers is a 'real wicketkeeping option' for RCB this season

Rediff.com25 Mar 2021

For a few matches last year, AB de Villiers donned the wicketkeeping gloves and he is expected to do the same this year

Swashbuckling AB de Villiers rewrites record books

Swashbuckling AB de Villiers rewrites record books

Rediff.com27 Feb 2015

AB de Villiers now owns the records for fastest 50, 100 and 150 in the 50-over game and second fastest century in World Cup cricket.

'World Cup in India will be brutal for bowlers'

'World Cup in India will be brutal for bowlers'

Rediff.com12 Sep 2025

The fourth edition of the SA20 will be played from December 26, 2025 to January 25, 2026, and the ICC's marquee event in all likelihood will be held between February and March.

AB de Villiers will be in action soon...

AB de Villiers will be in action soon...

Rediff.com15 Oct 2018

Former South African skipper AB de Villiers is all set to take part in the upcoming Mzansi Super League.

Date set for AB de Villiers international return?

Date set for AB de Villiers international return?

Rediff.com4 Mar 2020

AB de Villiers along with Imran Tahir and Chris Morris have now been given a deadline to make themselves available if they want to make the cut to South Africa's squad for the upcoming Men's T20 World Cup.

High stakes on his birthday! Can SKY deliver vs Pakistan?

High stakes on his birthday! Can SKY deliver vs Pakistan?

Rediff.com14 Sep 2025

Surya walks into a scenario where, in cricket-crazy India, losses to most teams are tolerated, but a defeat to Pakistan is rarely forgiven.

Rohit Sharma, Simply The Best In ODIs!

Rohit Sharma, Simply The Best In ODIs!

Rediff.com7 Oct 2025

Rajaneesh Gupta lists the amazing numbers that make Rohit Sharma one of the finest ODI batters of his time.

Shreyas snubbed due to off-field reasons?

Shreyas snubbed due to off-field reasons?

Rediff.com23 Aug 2025

AB de Villiers calls Iyer's Asia Cup omission 'weird', hints at team-player concerns

What's brewing, Sachin-AB?

What's brewing, Sachin-AB?

Rediff.com8 Nov 2022

'What an experience. Thanks for your time 'Master Blaster' @sachintendulkar.'

RCB should focus on strengthening bowling department: De Villiers

RCB should focus on strengthening bowling department: De Villiers

Rediff.com10 Nov 2024

'I think we are going to see him at Punjab Kings'

AB's prediction: Virat Kohli set to dominate IPL 2024

AB's prediction: Virat Kohli set to dominate IPL 2024

Rediff.com20 Mar 2024

Kohli has not played competitive cricket in almost two months after opting out of the recently-concluded Test series against England at home

Turning Point: The Kohli-de Villiers show

Turning Point: The Kohli-de Villiers show

Rediff.com13 May 2018

AB and Virat's incredible strokeplay powered RCB to an easy 5 wicket win.

AB de Villiers eyes successful Test return

AB de Villiers eyes successful Test return

Rediff.com24 Dec 2017

It will be the first Test appearance in almost two years for the 33-year-old, who had taken time off from the longer version of game while continuing to dominate bowlers in limited overs.

Kohli writes beautiful farewell wish to 'brother' AB de Villiers

Kohli writes beautiful farewell wish to 'brother' AB de Villiers

Rediff.com26 May 2018

Kohli heaped praise on his Royal Challengers Bangalore teammate and congratulated him on his illustrious career.

IPL: De Villiers slams Pandya's 'ego-driven' captaincy

IPL: De Villiers slams Pandya's 'ego-driven' captaincy

Rediff.com10 May 2024

AB de Villiers believes a lot of experienced Mumbai Indians players don't buy into Hardik Pandya's style of captaincy.

AB de Villiers ruled out of T20I series

AB de Villiers ruled out of T20I series

Rediff.com18 Feb 2018

AB de Villiers ruled out of the three-match T20I series due to a knee injury

Suryakumar a bit like AB de Villiers in his prime: Ponting

Suryakumar a bit like AB de Villiers in his prime: Ponting

Rediff.com15 Aug 2022

Suryakumar Yadav received high praise from the great Ricky Ponting, who compared the batter with AB de Villiers, saying the Indian possesses a 360 degree game like the South African genius.

Kohli feeds off criticism, says De Villiers

Kohli feeds off criticism, says De Villiers

Rediff.com22 May 2024

Kohli has amassed 708 runs for Royal Challengers Bangalore in the season

This win is as much for the fans as it is for the team: Kohli

This win is as much for the fans as it is for the team: Kohli

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

'My heart is with Bangalore, my soul is with Bangalore and this is the team I'll play for till the time I play the IPL.'

AB de Villiers retires from international cricket

AB de Villiers retires from international cricket

Rediff.com23 May 2018

South Africa's AB de Villiers on Wednesday announced his retirement from all forms of international cricket with immediate effect.

AB de Villiers snares five at CSA awards

AB de Villiers snares five at CSA awards

Rediff.com4 Jun 2015

AB de Villiers won as many as five awards, including the South African Cricketer of the Year for a second consecutive time, at a gala function, hosted by Cricket South Africa (CSA), in Johannesburg on Wednesday night. Besides being voted Cricketer of the Year for the second successive season, the South African batting great bagged four more accolades out of nine major awards.

What made AB de Villiers give up international cricket

What made AB de Villiers give up international cricket

Rediff.com23 May 2018

AB de Villiers, called time on his illustrious international career, claiming to be 'out of gas' after 14 years in the top league.

IPL MVP Rankings: Will AB de Villiers catch up with Kohli?

IPL MVP Rankings: Will AB de Villiers catch up with Kohli?

Rediff.com16 May 2016

Srinivas Bhogle and Purnendu Maji analyse the players' performance inRediff.com's Most Valuable Players ratings.

Biggest transfer in IPL history? AB teases Rohit's move

Biggest transfer in IPL history? AB teases Rohit's move

Rediff.com6 Oct 2024

AB de Villiers said that if Mumbai Indians (MI) star and Indian skipper Rohit Sharma moves to Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB), it would be a massive headline-making move

'When I Founded RCB, It Was My Dream To Bring The IPL Trophy To Bengaluru'

'When I Founded RCB, It Was My Dream To Bring The IPL Trophy To Bengaluru'

Rediff.com4 Jun 2025

Vijay Mallya, who played a crucial role in building RCB's core identity -- most notably by backing a young Virat Kohli, and later signing superstars like Chris Gayle and AB de Villiers -- shared a series of heartfelt messages after the final.

It's a baby boy for South Africa captain AB de Villiers!

It's a baby boy for South Africa captain AB de Villiers!

Rediff.com23 Jul 2015

Swashbuckling South Africa captain AB de Villiers has become a father after wife Danielle gave birth to a baby boy on Wednesday afternoon.

Former RCB legend backs Kohli to fire in IPL final

Former RCB legend backs Kohli to fire in IPL final

Rediff.com30 May 2025

'The ultimate team man, and he looks very, very focused. Obviously, the job's not done yet, but I'm very excited to watch him play.'

Why Kohli is a big admirer of AB de Villiers...

Why Kohli is a big admirer of AB de Villiers...

Rediff.com12 Dec 2015

Praising AB de Villiers for his 'versatility' as a batsman, India Test captain Virat Kohli on Friday said the South African maestro's defiant knock, albeit in a losing cause, in the fourth and final Test match in Delhi was a classic example of 'application' in the longer format.

AB de Villiers reveals the worst sledging he's ever witnessed

AB de Villiers reveals the worst sledging he's ever witnessed

Rediff.com17 Oct 2016

AB de Villiers reveals the worst sledging he's ever witnessed

'IPL Title Would Be Kohli's Perfect Finish'

'IPL Title Would Be Kohli's Perfect Finish'

Rediff.com6 Mar 2025

'It's great to see him stepping out of his comfort zone, trying new shots, and exploring different aspects of his game.'

Why's A B de Villiers Back At RCB?

Why's A B de Villiers Back At RCB?

Rediff.com3 Nov 2022

A B de Villiers, who is not keen on coaching, could take over as RCB mentor.

AB de Villiers ruled out of New Zealand test series

AB de Villiers ruled out of New Zealand test series

Rediff.com2 Aug 2016

AB de Villiers has been ruled out of South Africa's two-test home series against New Zealand this month with an injured elbow and Faf du Plessis will take over the captaincy.

'India's young guns can achieve something special in England'

'India's young guns can achieve something special in England'

Rediff.com31 May 2025

India's young guns have the talent to achieve something special in the upcoming England Test series, provided they back themselves, said former South Africa skipper AB de Villiers in Mumbai on Saturday.

AB de Villiers doubtful for Ireland clash

AB de Villiers doubtful for Ireland clash

Rediff.com14 Mar 2011

Leading South African scorer AB de Villiers is a doubtful starter for Tuesday's group B World Cup fixture against Ireland due to a thigh muscle strain.

AB de Villiers backs India to do well in Australia

AB de Villiers backs India to do well in Australia

Rediff.com20 Oct 2018

South African great AB de Villiers believes India 'have a very good chance' of beating Australia in the upcoming away series notwithstanding their recent losses overseas.

Bowlers and fielders won us match: AB de Villiers

Bowlers and fielders won us match: AB de Villiers

Rediff.com7 Apr 2012

Royal Challengers Bangalore's AB de Villiers, who scored a match-winning unbeaten 64, on Saturday, credited his bowlers and fielders for guiding the home team to a comfortable 20-run win over Delhi Daredevils in Bangalore.

Why is AB de Villiers running away from Test cricket

Why is AB de Villiers running away from Test cricket

Rediff.com18 Jan 2017

AB de Villiers has ruled himself out of South Africa's tour to England later this year, having already said he would not be available for the Test series in New Zealand in March, as he focuses on limited overs cricket.

AB de Villiers powers RCB to six-wicket win over Delhi

AB de Villiers powers RCB to six-wicket win over Delhi

Rediff.com22 Apr 2018

AB de villiers enthralled the crowd with a whirlwind unbeaten 39-ball 90 to power Royal Challengers Bangalore to a convincing six-wicket win over Delhi Daredevils