WATCH- 41-Year-Old ABD de Villers Turns Back The Clock, Scores 41 Ball Century For SA Champions
Earlier in the match, AB de Villiers, leading the South African side, won the toss and opted to bowl first. England Champions managed to score 152 for 6 in their 20 overs. Phil Mustard top-scored with 39 off 33 balls, while Samit Patel chipped in with 24 off 16. For South Africa, Imran Tahir bowled an economical spell, taking 2 wickets for 17 runs in his 4 overs. Wayne Parnell also claimed 2 wickets but was a bit expensive, giving away 36 runs.
I don't care what you said, but for me this guy AB de Villiers is the Greatest Cricketer of all time. No player I repeat no player can have the skills and shots like him. #ABdeVilliers #WCL2025 pic.twitter.com/Z2YG8CG4AN — (@Agastya_Cult) July 24, 2025
AB de Villiers has now delivered back-to-back match-winning performances, showcasing the same brilliance that made him a legend during his international career.
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This innings came just two days after De Villiers impressed against India Champions on July 22. Batting at No. 4 at the County Ground in Northampton, he scored an unbeaten 63 off 30 balls, guiding South Africa to a strong total of 208/6. In reply, India Champions were bowled out for 111 in 18.2 overs, giving the South African side a thumping win. AB de Villiers has now delivered back-to-back match-winning performances, showcasing the same brilliance that made him a legend during his international career.
Up next, South Africa Champions will face Pakistan Champions in the ninth league match of WCL 2025 on Friday, July 25, once again at Grace Road in Leicester. Fans can expect another high-octane clash as ABD looks to continue his fiery form.
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