“Absolutely ready to come back” – AB de Villiers speaks on returning to the South African national team

“Absolutely ready to come back” – AB de Villiers speaks on returning to the South African national team

AB de Villiers

AB de Villiers produced a vintage knock for the ages today for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) as he helped his side cross 200 in the first innings in their victory over Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) in the Indian Premier League (IPL). The South African was in imperious touch that it seemed almost unbelievable as to how in control he was despite the fact that he hadn’t played competitive cricket since the last IPL.

Every time de Villiers comes up with a knock like this, which is quite often, questions as to why he must not return to the national team from retirement have come up. South African’s coach Mark Boucher spoke about the same in a recent interview and stated that he would love to have him back. de Villiers too echoed the same thoughts when he said that he would love to get back to the national team.

AB de Villiers speaks on returning to the national team

AB de Villiers and Mark Boucher
AB de Villiers and Mark Boucher

AB de Villiers spoke about the prospect of returning to the national team during a virtual press conference after RCB’s win and said, “I haven’t had a discussion with Bouchy (Mark Boucher) yet. We are lined up to have a chat somewhere during the IPL but yes we have been talking about it.”

“Last year he asked me if I would be interested and I said absolutely. Coming into the IPL and looking at the form I am in and the fitness, also the situation, Boucher will looking to get the best 15 together. And if there is no space for me, then so be it but if I am in the squad it will be fantastic to see things fall in place. I am waiting to hear from Boucher towards the end of IPL and then I’ll plan accordingly,” the former South African batsman added.

de Villiers’ side RCB are in terrific form at the moment and they will play their next match against Rajasthan Royals on the 22nd of April.

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