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IPL 2025: AB De Villiers Gives Ray Of Hope For RCB Ahead Of Mega Clash Against KKR, Says ‘Winning IPL Is Incredibly…’

AB de Villiers discusses the challenges of winning IPL, highlighting travel, injuries, and strategies, emphasizing the importance of momentum.

IPL 2025: Former Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) player AB de Villiers emphasized the challenges of winning the IPL, citing the presence of 10 world-class teams, travel fatigue, injuries, and varying conditions, as per the press release from Jio Hotstar.

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De Villiers On Winning IPL

“Winning the IPL is incredibly difficult. There are 10 world-class teams that could even win a World Cup, let alone the IPL. So many factors come into play–travel, team strategies, injuries, and adapting to different conditions throughout the season. The team that manages to maintain energy and momentum towards the back end of the tournament usually comes out on top. Teams that capitalize on their home advantage tend to perform well,” AB de Villiers said on Jio Hotstar.

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De Villiers Hopes RCB To Win The Title

He hopes that RCB will lift the trophy in the 18th season, with Kohli, wearing jersey number 18, leading the charge.

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“I hope this is the year–the 18th season, with number 18 (Virat) in the squad. If RCB lifts the trophy, I will be there celebrating with Virat!” added de Villiers, popularly known as Mr 360°, for his ability to hit the ball to all areas of the cricket field, showcasing a wide range of shots and unconventional techniques.
De Villiers, known for his enthusiasm, revealed that he got into trouble with Virat Kohli for repeatedly saying, “Ee sala cup namde” (This time, the cup is ours)
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“I said ‘Ee sala cup namde’ the other day, and I got a direct message from Virat. He told me, ‘Please, just stop doing that now.’ So, I got into a bit of trouble for that! To be fair, I am exhausted saying it all the time,” said the former South African cricketer.

RCB Taking On KKR

RCB is set to face defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders in the season opener on March 22. The team’s squad for IPL 2025 includes Rajat Patidar, Virat Kohli, Yash Dayal, Josh Hazlewood, and Liam Livingstone, among others.

Also Read: IPL 2025: A Look Back At New KKR Skipper Ajinkya Rahane’s Journey In The Mega Event

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Aditya Mallick

Aditya Mallick

Senior Sub-Editor (Sports)

Aditya Mallick is a Senior Sub-Editor (Sports) with over 4+ years of experience covering a wide range of sports, including cricket and football. His in-depth coverage of major sporting events such as ICC Cricket tournaments and prominent football leagues demonstrates his expertise in the field. Aditya holds a Bachelor of Business Administration from Maharshi Dayanand University and has contributed to leading media outlets like Zee News and The Times of India. Aditya's articles undergo rigorous fact-checking by a dedicated News Desk team before publication, ensuring accuracy and reliability. His commitment to journalistic integrity has made him a trusted voice in sports media. Beyond the newsroom, Aditya actively engages with the sporting community and is a member of various sports journalism and media associations. Feel free to connect with him on LinkedIn to stay updated with his latest insights and contributions to sports journalism.

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First published on: Mar 19, 2025 05:30 PM IST


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