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AB de Villiers extends best wishes to retiring James Anderson

Former captain of South Africa AB de Villiers has extended his best wishes to England’s veteran pacer James Anderson, who is set to retire from international cricket this summer.

41-year-old Anderson will play his last Test match against West Indies at the iconic Lord’s, the same venue where he made his debut 21 years ago against Zimbabwe.

AB de Villiers took to his official X account and sent his heartfelt wishes to the legendary pace bowler.

“Congrats on an incredible career, Jimmy. Always enjoyed our battles on the field. And the fierce competitive spirit you brought to the table throughout those 20 glorious years. Wishing you the best for that final Test at Lord’s, and the next chapter,” De Villiers posted.

Anderson announced the decision to hang up his boots yesterday through a personal statement on his official Instagram account.

“Hi everyone. Just a note to say that the first Test of the summer at Lord’s will be my last Test,” Anderson wrote.

“It’s been an incredible 20 years representing my country, playing the game I’ve loved since I was a kid.

“I’m going to miss walking out for England so much. But I know the time is right to step aside and let others realise their dreams just like I got to, because there is no greater feeling.

 

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“I couldn’t have done it without the love and support of Daniella, Lola, Ruby and my parents. A huge thank you to them. Also, thank you to the players and coaches who have made this the best job in the world.

“I’m excited for the new challenges that lie ahead, as well as filling my days with even more golf.

“Thank you to everyone who has supported me over the years, it’s always meant a lot, even if my face often doesn’t show it. See you at the Test, go well.”

James Anderson is the only pacer in history to take 700 Test wickets. He achieved the milestone during England’s fifth away Test against India, in March this year.

He is also the third in the list of players with the most Test wickets, only behind spinners Muttiah Muralitharan (800 wickets) of Sri Lanka and the late Shane Warne (708 wickets) of Australia.

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AB de Villiers picks Mohammad Asif to ‘bowl for his life’

Legendary South Africa batter AB de Devellier has named Pakistan’s Mohammad Asif as the bowler he wants to bowl for his life.

In a Youtube live session on his channel “Three Sixty”, de Villiers was asked to name one bowler who he wants to bowl for his life.

“Mohammad Asif” he quickly replied, exclaiming, “That guy with a new ball. Oh!”

Former Proteas captain was joined by the Indian star and his teammate at Royal Challengers Bangalore in the IPL, Virat Kohli, for a live session on the platform named ‘The 360 Show.’

After a brief conversation, both cricketers participated in a rapid-fire round. In the session, both players were asked to pick a bowler they wanted to bowl for their life.

Virat picked Dale Steyn after a long thought while de Villiers immediately named Asif.

It may be noted here that Asif, known for his magical seam and swing bowling, represented Pakistan in 23 Tests and 38 ODIs; picking up 106 and 46 wickets respectively.

He was one of the three Pakistani players including the then Test captain Salman Butt and left-arm pacer Mohammad Amir to be involved in the spot-fixing in Lord’s Test in 2010.

The right-arm pacer Asif was initially handed a seven-year ban but could not make his way back into the national side hence after.

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AB De Villiers retires from cricket

KARACHI: South Africa’s batter AB De Villiers has retired from all forms of cricket with immediate effect. 

De Villiers, who took international cricket retirement in 2018, has now announced retirement from all forms of cricket.

“It has been an incredible journey, but I have decided to retire from all cricket,” he wrote on social media.

“Ever since the back yard matches with my older brothers, I have played the game with pure enjoyment and unbridled enthusiasm. Now, at the age of 37, that flame no longer burns so brightly. That’s the reality I must accept – and, even if it may seem sudden, that is why I am making this announcement today. I’ve had my time,” he added.

The South African player played 340 T20s and 263 List A matches throughout his career. In international cricket, he holds the record for a fastest century on ODIs which took just 31 balls.

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