Should RCB Cut Ties with AB de Villiers After This Statement?

ByAnupam Pandey,SportsCafe Editor

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AB de Villiers surely is the most loved foreign cricketer in India. Whether he played for the Proteas or RCB, fans came in huge numbers to support him. But after his statement for the Asia Cup final trophy presentation, it seems that RCB might cut their ties with him.

Should RCB Cut Ties with AB de Villiers After This Statement.

It has been a week since the Asia Cup came to an end, with India winning its 9th title. However, the controversies surrounding the trophy have not come to an end. Amidst all this,

AB de Villiers, who is known by the Indian fans as Mr 360°, has started to receive some hate now. He made some statements on the trophy presentation controversy after the match between India and Pakistan. This statement has sparked a controversy, putting de Villiers in the headlines. His remarks came at a time when India and Pakistan share strained relations.

1. AB de Villiers’ RCB Journey

There is always a reason why any foreign player is loved by the Indian fans. And for AB de Villiers, it was his association with the Royal Challengers Bengaluru team. He played a crucial role for RCB in various games, and his bond with the team also increased over time.

AB de Villiers for RCB in IPL:

Innings: 134
Not Outs: 39
Runs: 4189
Average: 44.09
Strike Rate: 147.09
100s: 2
50s: 37

Despite giving his prime time to the team, he was not able to put his hands on the IPL trophy. Eventually, AB de Villiers announced his retirement from the IPL after playing the 2021 season. But his support for the RCB team didn't come to an end.

This was also seen in the IPL 2025 season, when he said that if RCB reaches the finals, he will be present in the stadium. Fortunately, this was the best season for the team, as they went on to lift the IPL trophy for the very first time in 18 years. AB de Villiers also stood close to Virat Kohli when the match was about to end.

. It is certain that the love between AB de Villiers and RCB fans is endless. But his recent statements about the Indian team might put a halt to the same.

2. RCB Ties with AB Under Spotlight

The ties between Royal Challengers Bengaluru and AB de Villiers are currently in the spotlight. According to some unverified reports, the team earlier approached de Villiers to be their batting coach. But now, taking a look at the statements he made, their decision might change soon.

‌Pic Source: ESPNcricinfo

The words used by de Villiers showcased that he doesn't care about the strained relations between the two countries. For this reason, the BCCI might also direct RCB to cut their ties with AB de Villiers. Or maybe, de Villiers could soon post an apology for the statement he made, without knowing much about the issues between India and Pakistan.

3. AB de Villiers to Meet Shakib's Fate?

Shakib Al Hasan has been under scrutiny in the Bangladesh cricket team. After wishing the former Prime Minister via an Instagram post, the Bangladesh Sports Advisor has taken strict action against him. It is also being reported that Shakib might not be able to play for the nation anymore, as the advisor has also talked to the BCB.

the BCCI and RCB team to do the same for AB de Villiers. As the statements made by Shakib harmed the country's interests in political tensions, he might pay a price for his spot in the team. With AB de Villiers making remarks about India's geopolitical tensions, the RCB team might take action for the same.