AB de Villiers Smashes 41-Ball Century at 41, Sparks IPL Comeback Buzz
In a sensational display of batting, AB de Villiers rolled back the years by scoring an unbeaten 116 off just 51 balls. His century came in just 41 deliveries, helping South Africa Champions chase down 153 in only 12.2 overs against England Champions.
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Masterclass in Modern Strokeplay
De Villiers unleashed his full range at Grace Road, Leicester, punishing the bowlers with clinical precision. His knock featured 15 boundaries and 7 towering sixes, leaving England bowlers clueless. Teammate Hashim Amla calmly supported from the other end, contributing an unbeaten 29.
South Africa Champions Dominate WCL 2025 Table
Before De Villiers’ fireworks, South African bowlers had restricted England Champions to a modest 152/6. Imran Tahir and Wayne Parnell took two wickets each, laying the platform for the clinical chase. With this win, South Africa Champions remain unbeaten and top the WCL standings.
Social Media Buzz: Calls for IPL Comeback
Fans were left in awe and flooded social media with praise, suggesting that AB de Villiers still has what it takes to play in top-tier cricket. Many even speculated a potential return to the IPL auction, proving the cricketing world still can’t get enough of “Mr. 360.”
We need AB de Villiers at RCB next year instead of Liam Livingstone ❤️ pic.twitter.com/DaEpbArxIW
AB DE VILLIERS, AN ICON OF THE GAME. pic.twitter.com/Wj4ev8KAz1
Even after retirement, AB de Villiers remains the standard every great batsman is measured against. pic.twitter.com/R3DXbPTamI
Chris morris's reaction says it all thats GOAT AB de villiers for you 😂🔥#WCL2025 pic.twitter.com/Bj7LMh8SMt
100 in 41 balls.... That was fun watching AB DE VILLIERS 🤩🛐
Won't be surprised if AB de villiers comes in IPL auction next year blud is playing better than many current active cricketers 🔥 pic.twitter.com/VmqoS4Ivrn
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From Blitz Against India to Carnage vs England
Just days before this century, De Villiers had already made headlines with a fiery 63 off 30 balls against India Champions. His consistent performances have been a major reason behind South Africa’s dominant run in WCL 2025.
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