Royal Challengers Bangalore star AB de Villiers has officially announced his retirement from the IPL and all other franchise cricket leagues. The South African player, who retired from international cricket back in 2018 has now finally decided to end his legendary T20 career.
AB de Villiers confirmed his decision to retire with the following statement:
“I have had a long and fruitful time playing for RCB. Eleven years have just whizzed by and leaving the boys is extremely bittersweet. Of course, arriving at this decision took a lot of time, but after a lot of contemplation, I’ve decided to hang up my boots and spend quality time with my family."Also Read:Ponting now disclosed, was offered the position of coach of Team India
The RCB star thanked the franchise for their support over the last decade and also expressed his gratitude to Virat Kohli, support staff, coaches and fans for their support.
"I would like to thank the RCB management, my friend Virat Kohli, teammates, coaches, support staff, fans, and the entire RCB family for showing faith and supporting me all through these years. It has been a memorable journey with RCB. Have so many memories on the personal front to cherish for the lifetime."I am a RCBian forever: AB de Villiers
I would like to thank every teammate, every opponent, every coach, every physio and every staff member who has travelled the same path, and I am humbled by the support I have received in South Africa, in India, wherever I have played
— AB de Villiers (@ABdeVilliers17) November 19, 2021
Lastly, AB de Villiers mentioned that although he will no longer play in the IPL, he will always be a RCBian.
"RCB will always be very close to me and my family and will continue to support this amazing team. I am a RCBian forever," AB de Villiers concluded.
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