AB de Villiers Retires: 10 Unknown Facts About the South African Right-Hander

Almost an hour ago, AB de Villiers hug his boots and bid adieu to all forms of cricket. This sent a wave of shock amongst his fans and cricket lover all over the world. Over the years, AB has proved to be a perfect entertainer by giving us a plethora of innings to cherish. Having played 114 test matches, 228 ODIs and 78 T20, the former South African is a multi-talented guy.

Not many people know that he is masters in many other sports than cricket. De Villiers has a knack for almost everything under the sun. Check out the 10 cools facts about the ex-captain of South Africa.

• AB de Villiers is fond of music and can even sing. His debut album is titled Maak Jou Drome Waar (Make Your Dreams Come True). He had even performed during one of the ceremonies of ICC.
• He was a part of South Africa Junior National Hockey Team.
• De Villiers even hold 6 South African school swimming awards.
• During his school days, de Villers has also played rugby and was a regular member of the team.
• He has also represented South Africa at the National Under-19 Badminton championships.
• De Villiers was also good at tennis and was part of South Africa junior Davis Cup team.
• His name was also shortlisted for the junior national football squad.
• He has won some medals in this sport as well.
• He also plays golf and that too, professionally.
• De Villiers had also won a medal for his science project from Late Nelson Mandela.

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