AB de Villiers praises Virat Kohli's ODI form ahead of World Cup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 3, 2026, 7:15 AM
Last updated Oct 3, 2026
Virat Kohli delivered an unbeaten 139 runs in the first ODI against West Indies, contributing to India's successful 296-run chase. AB de Villiers, Kohli's former teammate, commended his aggressive style and highlighted this performance as part of what he described as Kohli's "third peak" in his career. De Villiers expressed optimism for South Africa's prospects at the upcoming World Cup, referencing their recent ODI success against Australia. He believes Kohli's current form bodes well for India as they prepare for the 2027 tournament.
- •Kohli scored 139 off 88 balls in Thiruvananthapuram.
- •India chased down 296 runs with eight wickets to spare.
- •De Villiers calls this a significant phase in Kohli's career.
- •South Africa recently won an ODI series against Australia.
- •The 2027 World Cup will be hosted in South Africa.
- 7:15 AMYahoo Sports — ‘A third peak’: AB de Villiers on Virat Kohli’s aggressive ODI approach ahead of 2027 World Cup
"AB de Villiers shared his excitement over Virat Kohli's stellar performance in the ODIs against the West Indies, where Kohli's unbeaten 139 runs were pivotal for India's triumph. De Villiers highlighted the shift in Kohli's mindset, noting his newfound aggressiveness and positive outlook. He views this stage of Kohli's career as a remarkable resurgence, appreciating the strategic evolution he has undergone over the years.
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