Watch: AB de Villiers wows fans by playing wheelchair cricket with Mumbai team
Former South African cricketer AB de Villiers delighted fans as he joined the Mumbai wheelchair cricket team for a practice session at Islam Gymkhana, Marine Lines. Showing great sportsmanship, de Villiers sat in a wheelchair, played some elegant shots, and even used the wheelchair to run between the wickets.His presence brought immense joy to players and fans alike. Spectators captured the special moments through pictures and videos, celebrating the cricket legend's heartfelt gesture and support for the inclusive game of wheelchair cricket.advertisementWatch the video here VIDEO | Mumbai: Former South African cricketer AB de Villiers (@ABdeVilliers17) plays with Mumbai Wheelchair Cricket Team during practice session at Islam Gymkhana, Marin Lines.(Full video available on PTI Videos - https://t.co/n147TvqRQz)#Mumbai pic.twitter.com/XdWm0x0vDJ— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) May 31, 2025
AB de Villiers has been closely following the 2025 Indian Premier League and expressed his delight as Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) advanced to the final with an eight-wicket win over Punjab Kings (PBKS) in Mullanpur. He also praised Virat Kohli, noting the remarkable energy and passion Kohli continues to display well into his late 30s."I can't help but think of my last years playing cricket, not to say that he's only got a couple of years left. Maybe he plays for another 5. But heading towards late 30s, I've got to just say that I've got so much respect for the amount of energy he's still showing, the care, the will to win another trophy, that deep desire," De Villiers told the broadcasters.advertisementVirat Kohli contributed 12 runs off 12 balls, including two boundaries, before being dismissed by Kyle Jamieson, caught behind by Josh Inglis off an outside edge. Despite the modest score, AB de Villiers believes Kohli remains hungry for success and has reserved his best performance for the final."And that's what I saw when I watched him out of that bus today. I just saw business once again. Those eyes laser-focused, really wanting to pull his weight for the team, and it's got such a big impact on the rest of the team when they see one of the senior players, a great of the game with that kind of laser focus. It has a big impact on the rest of the team. Whether he performed or not today, it doesn't matter. He'll leave his best for the final," De Villiers added.Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) will play the final on June 3 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, where they will face the winner of Qualifier 2 between Punjab Kings (PBKS) and Mumbai Indians (MI).Stay updated on IPL 2025 with India Today! Get match schedules, team squads, live score, and the latest IPL points table for CSK, MI, RCB, KKR, SRH, LSG, DC, GT, PBKS, and RR. Plus, keep track of the top contenders for the IPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap. Don't miss a moment!
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