KKR's Ramandeep Singh names AB de Villiers as favorite cricketer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 26, 2026, 6:21 PM
Last updated Sep 26, 2026
Kolkata Knight Riders all-rounder Ramandeep Singh has selected AB de Villiers over Virat Kohli as his favorite cricketer. In an interview with SportsYaari, he cited De Villiers' fearless batting style and ability to win matches from challenging situations as key reasons for his choice. Ramandeep, who models his game on De Villiers, emphasized the impact and intent that the South African legend brings to white-ball cricket. His remarks highlight how current T20 players view their role models, especially the preference for an aggressive approach in high-pressure moments. As the IPL progresses, Ramandeep's dedication to his idol may influence his performance on the field.
- •Ramandeep Singh prefers AB de Villiers over Virat Kohli as his idol.
- •He cites De Villiers' game-changing ability and intent.
- •Ramandeep has modeled his batting mindset on De Villiers.
- •His comments reflect current T20 players' admiration for aggressive approaches.
- •The interview was published on September 26, 2026.
- 6:21 PMYahoo Sports — AB de Villiers over Virat Kohli: KKR's Ramandeep Singh picks South Africa legend as his favourite cricketer
"Ramandeep Singh has created a stir among cricket fans as he picked AB De Villiers over Virat Kohli.
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