AB de Villiers 5 Sixes and 70 Runs Steal the Show in WCL 2026, VIDEO

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South Africa Champions made a spectacular start to their World Championship of Legends 2026 campaign by defeating West Indies Champions by 97 runs in Sharjah. The biggest highlight of the match was AB de Villiers' explosive 70-run knock, which included five massive sixes and four boundaries.

Captain de Villiers turned back the clock with a vintage performance, while West Indies skipper Chris Gayle also entertained fans with a quickfire half-century.

AB de Villiers Turns Back the Clock With Explosive 70-Run Knock

South Africa Champions faced West Indies Champions in Match 3 of the WCL 2026 at the Sharjah Cricket Stadium on October 4.

Batting first, South Africa Champions posted an imposing 242-run total. AB de Villiers played a crucial role in building the huge score and produced one of the most entertaining innings of the match.

The former South African captain smashed 70 runs from just 39 balls, including 5 sixes and 4 fours. He completed his half-century in only 27 balls before continuing his aggressive approach.

His wide range of attacking shots immediately reminded fans of the batting style that made him one of cricket's most popular stars.

AB de Villiers Hits 5 Sixes as South Africa Post 242 Runs

De Villiers was not the only South African batter to dominate the West Indies bowlers.

Opening batter Richard Levi produced a sensational performance, scoring 87 runs from 39 balls. His innings included 8 sixes and 5 fours, putting the West Indies bowling attack under huge pressure.

The combined efforts of Levi and de Villiers helped South Africa Champions reach 242 runs, leaving West Indies with a difficult target of 243.

Richard Levi's Blazing 87 Sets Up South Africa's Big Total

Richard Levi provided South Africa with a flying start and kept attacking the bowlers throughout his innings.

His 87-run knock came at a strike-heavy pace and included eight sixes. Together with de Villiers' aggressive batting, Levi ensured that South Africa maintained a high scoring rate throughout the innings.

West Indies bowlers struggled to contain the South African batters, with Dave Mohammed taking two wickets. Dwayne Bravo, Rayad Emrit and Fidel Edwards picked up one wicket each.

Chris Gayle Smashes 60 Off 31 Balls in Explosive Run Chase

Chasing 243, West Indies Champions needed an extraordinary start, and Chris Gayle delivered exactly that.

The veteran opener smashed 60 runs from only 31 balls, hitting 5 sixes and 4 fours. Gayle's powerful strokeplay brought back memories of his explosive performances from his prime.

However, his quickfire fifty could not change the result. Carlos Brathwaite scored 29 runs, while Rayad Emrit contributed 14, but the West Indies batting lineup failed to build enough partnerships.

Imran Tahir and Aaron Phangiso Destroy West Indies' Batting

South Africa's spin attack completely changed the momentum of the run chase.

Imran Tahir and Aaron Phangiso claimed three wickets each, putting the West Indies batters under constant pressure. Robbie Frylinck added two wickets, while Marchant de Lange and Sarel Erwee took one wicket apiece.

West Indies Champions were eventually bowled out for 145 runs in 18.2 overs.

West Indies Champions Bowled Out for 145, Lose by 97 Runs

Despite Chris Gayle's explosive 60, West Indies Champions could not sustain their chase.

South Africa's disciplined bowling restricted the opposition to 145 runs, securing a comprehensive 97-run victory.

The result gave South Africa Champions a strong start to their WCL 2026 campaign and showcased their batting and bowling depth.

AB de Villiers vs Chris Gayle: Legends Light Up WCL 2026

The match became even more exciting because of the performances from two of cricket's biggest entertainers.

AB de Villiers smashed five sixes during his 70-run innings, while Chris Gayle responded with five sixes of his own during his 60-run knock.

While Gayle's innings eventually went in vain, de Villiers' performance helped South Africa secure a convincing win.

Watch VIDEO: AB de Villiers 5 Stunning Sixes in Sharjah

AB de Villiers' five sixes were among the biggest highlights of the South Africa Champions vs West Indies Champions clash.

His aggressive batting, clean hitting and trademark 360-degree strokeplay brought back memories of his international cricket days.

Watch the video to see AB de Villiers stunning five sixes and his vintage 70-run performance in WCL 2026.

WCL 2026 Match Highlights: South Africa vs West Indies

South Africa Champions will take confidence from this dominant performance, while West Indies Champions will look to bounce back in their next WCL 2026 fixture.

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