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Former South African cricketer AB de Villiers revealed his fondness for batting with Virat Kohli during his 11 seasons with Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Their synergy led to five 100+ partnerships and two 200+ partnerships in IPL. De Villiers highlighted their shared competitive spirit and proactive approach to dismantling bowlers, recalling memorable partnerships at Wankhede and Chinnaswamy stadiums amidst electrifying crowds.

Ravichandran Ashwin, the veteran Indian off-spinner, has announced his retirement from the IPL after a remarkable 16-season career, expressing gratitude to the franchises and BCCI. While stepping away from the IPL, Ashwin confirmed his continued participation in overseas leagues, marking a new chapter in his cricketing journey.