AB de Villiers Joins Mumbai Wheelchair Cricket Team for Special Match

AB de Villiers Engages in Wheelchair Cricket

Former South African cricket legend AB de Villiers was recently seen participating in a unique wheelchair cricket match during a practice session with the Mumbai Wheelchair Cricket Team at Islam Gymkhana in Marine Lines.

A touching video that has gone viral showcases de Villiers fully immersed in the game, where he was seen hitting a lofty six, attempting to roll for a single, and celebrating with infectious joy. One of the highlights of the session was his perfectly executed scoop shot, which delighted fans watching from the sidelines.

The scoop shot, a technique that de Villiers popularized during his international career, received enthusiastic cheers, demonstrating that the former RCB player still possesses the flair that made him one of cricket's most creative batsmen.

De Villiers Expresses Excitement for IPL 2025 Finals

Following the match, de Villiers shared his thoughts with reporters regarding the IPL 2025 season, expressing his enthusiasm about the Royal Challengers Bengaluru reaching the finals.

“I am very happy that RCB is in the final. Mumbai Indians won last night, and it is going to be a very good qualifier 2. I am very much looking forward to the finals, and hopefully, this will be the year for RCB,” he stated.

Since retiring from professional cricket, AB de Villiers has been a passionate supporter of the RCB franchise, and his excitement for the final has further energized fans eager to see Bengaluru claim their first IPL trophy this year.

Currently, RCB is waiting to find out who their final opponent will be, as the winner of Qualifier Two between MI and PBKS is set to face RCB on June 3 for the championship.