For Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) fans, the names Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers are legendary. These two players set new standards in the Indian Premier League (IPL), consistently delivering thrilling performances that kept fans on the edge of their seats. De Villiers retired after the 2021 IPL season, but his love for RCB and the city of Bangalore is as strong as ever.
AB de Villiers’ undying love for Royal Challengers Bengaluru
In a fun video recently posted on Instagram, AB de Villiers showed he’s still a big supporter of RCB, even though he’s retired from cricket. In the video, he’s enjoying a watersport while shouting “Ee Saala Cup Namde,” which translates to “This year, the cup is ours.” This phrase is a popular RCB slogan, capturing the team’s undying hope and spirit.
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He spent a decade with RCB from 2011 to 2021, scoring a whopping 4,522 runs in 157 matches. Though he didn’t win the IPL trophy, his performances and love for the team, the city and the fans made him one of RCB’s most beloved players.
Can RCB reach IPL 2024 playoffs
This season, RCB has had a rough time, with only three wins out of ten matches, leaving them near the bottom of the standings. With just six points and four matches left, they need to win every game to have any chance of making the IPL 2024 playoffs.
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