Asked about his earlier remarks regarding Kohli, De Villiers, known for his strong bond with the former Indian captain off the field from their time at Royal Challengers Bangalore, altered his position.
Virat Kohli, India's star batsman, may miss the third and fourth Test matches against England due to personal reasons, with Rajat Patidar replacing him.
AB de Villiers told that he has checked on Virat Kohli after the batter withdrew from the first two Tests of the ongoing 5-match Test series between India and England.
Taking to his official Instagram handle, Vikas debunked all the rumours floating on the internet regarding their mother's health. He also asked everyone not to spread such news without any "proper information".
The Australian skipper overcame tough competition from his teammate Travis Head, ODI cricketer of the year Virat Kohli and India's star all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja.
Patidar marked his international debut on December 21, 2023, in the 3rd ODI against South Africa. Opening for the 'Men in Blue,' he scored 22 runs from 16 balls, boasting a strike rate of 137.50.