Kolkata Knight Riders won the match against Rajasthan Royals in the Eliminator and won a ticket to face Sunrisers Hyderabad in the Qualifier 2. Eden, being the home for theĀ Knights the crowd were absolutely going mad when bowlers started restricting the opposition by bowling innumerable dot balls.
VIDEO: Master Blaster Sachin Tendulkar Pays Tribute To AB de Villiersā Glittering Career
Hailing from Pretoria, AB and his mate Steyn made their test debuts in the same match back in 2004. Since his arrival in the International cricket, he batted at many positions and is known for his adaptability to conditions and bashing the bowlers irrespective of his fame. His announcement came as a shocker and the audience are still speechless as it came as a “bolt from the blue.”
While legends VVS Laxman and Sachin Tendulkar wished AB on their Twitter handle, Ganguly”s gesture towards the Superman was really a surprise and is winning hearts of several fans across the world.
Meanwhile, Sourav Ganguly the head of Cricket Association of Bengal congratulatedĀ AB de Villiers on his marvellous career. It was a bit different from other wishes as “Dada” flashed the message in the giant screen at Eden Gardens. The screen read “Well done AB de Villiers for your contribution to world cricket. The game will remember you forever, you have been a champion player.”
Message from Dada to #ABDevilliers at the giant screen of Eden Gardens.
Sad day for Cricket. š¢ pic.twitter.com/LteI4uwgnn— Debi (@WhoDebi) May 23, 2018
AB said that he will be available for selection to play for his team Titans in the domestic arena.
