'Nothing Will Give Me...': AB De Villiers Vows To Attend IPL 2025 Final If RCB Qualifies, Dreams Of Lifting Trophy With Virat Kohli; Video

Royal Challengers Bengaluru fans have a fresh wave of hope and excitement as franchise legend AB de Villiers made a heartfelt statement that’s capturing the hearts of cricket lovers everywhere.

Speaking about the ongoing IPL season, the South African great said, “If RCB makes it to the Final, I’ll be there at the stadium. Nothing will give me more pleasure than to lift that trophy with Virat Kohli. I’ve tried that for many, many years,” he added with a smile.

“nothing will give me more pleasure than to lift that trophy with virat” ❤️ pic.twitter.com/CnWvaeVNys

— sir jacob bethell 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 (@bet_helll) May 17, 2025

De Villiers’ words have rekindled memories of his electrifying partnership with Virat Kohli, one of the most iconic duos in IPL history. While RCB is still fighting for their place in the playoffs, this emotional commitment from Mr. 360 himself is a strong morale boost for the team and fans alike.

Having retired from all forms of cricket, AB de Villiers remains an integral part of the RCB family. His presence in the final, should RCB qualify, would be symbolic, a testament to years of dedication, heartbreaks, near-misses, and an undying dream.

IPL 2025: RCB Fans Plan White-Out Tribute For Virat Kohli's Test Legacy At Chinnaswamy Stadium

In a heartfelt gesture, Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) fans are calling on fellow supporters to wear Test whites at the next home game as a tribute to Virat Kohli, following his retirement from Test cricket. The campaign, which began organically online, is gaining traction among fans determined to honor the format Kohli cherished most.

The idea is simple yet deeply symbolic—fans attending RCB’s next IPL match at M. Chinnaswamy Stadium on 17th May are encouraged to wear white Test jerseys or plain white T-shirts. The aim is to visually represent Kohli’s love for Test cricket and offer him a moment of recognition that numbers and awards alone can't convey.

RCB fans request everyone to wear Test White jersey to give a great tribute to Virat Kohli. 👏❤️

- Amazing initiative by the fans! pic.twitter.com/phcg0ZfGMQ

— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) May 13, 2025

“Even though I'll never get to see him play in whites live, I just want him to know how deeply loved he was in his favourite format,” wrote one fan, echoing the emotions of thousands. “This gesture could be a powerful way to show that his legacy goes far beyond stats—it lives in the hearts of fans,” the fan message continues.

Virat Kohli redefined India’s relationship with Test cricket—his passion, fitness, and aggression on the field made the longest format cool again. This campaign is the fans’ way of giving back, of saying thank you.