Some cricketers especially share a comradery AB de Villiers And Virat KohliHis partnership burnt the Indian Premier League (IPL), especially during his years in Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). Fans often combine their bond with breathtaking run chase and unforgettable moments.
But when it talks about choosing the five best test players that he has faced or played, de Villiers surprised many leaving Kohli out of his elite list.
AB de Villiers top five test players
The wicket before podcast ‘speaking on beard’, de Villiers revealed Test cricket to five legends selected with his hand. His choice included a mixture of batting talent, all -round dominance and bowling mastery.
The players who have made their top five list are:
Jax Kallis: One South African is a great and of course the most complete all -rounder in cricket history.
Andrew Flintoff: The English powerhouse is known for its fiery mantra and match winner Nock.
Mohammad Asif: Pakistan’s border magician, praised by many for his extraordinary skills with the ball.
Shane Warne: Australian spin legend whose impact on sports is unmatched.
Sachin Tendulkar: India’s cricket icon was honored globally for its batting artistry.
Why did Sachin Tendulkar stand in the midst of de Villiers’s elite list?
While de Villiers named four other legends before him, it was Tendulkar, which was the most bright appreciation. De Villiers recalled the unique atmosphere every time when Tendulkar went out to bat.
“Kalis, Flintoff, Mohammad Asif, Warne. Sachin with the crowd. The way he was accepted to get out. It was a stagnant moment. The way he batted. Virat. Virat. Sorry. Sorry. Sachin. Sachin. Sachin. Sachin. Sachin. It is difficult to answer such questions.” De Villiers said.
South African Mestro highlighted how Tendulkar’s arrival at the crease is a rare incident in the world’s cricket.
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De Villiers’ Great Test Career
It is important to remember that de Villiers himself is not a stranger for greatness in Test cricket. The former South African captain ended his Test career with 8,765 runs in 114 matches. Their numbers were included in an average of 50.66 and 22 centuries, including them among the finest batsmen of their era.
De Villiers was capable of equally stubborn defense and explosive stroke not only for their figures, but also for versatility in their batting. His adaptability made him one of the most frightened opponents in forms.
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