1. AB de Villiers updates on Virat Kohli’s well-being, confirming the anticipation of a second child with Anushka Sharma.
2. De Villiers commends Kohli’s decision to prioritize family and withdraw from the first two Tests against England.
3. Kohli’s family time during this phase is considered commendable by the former South African captain.
New Delhi, Feb 03: Former South Africa captain AB de Villiers provided an update on Virat Kohli’s well-being, confirming that the Indian cricketer is expecting his second child with wife Anushka Sharma.
AB de Villiers emphasized that family is a priority, and Kohli’s decision to withdraw from the first two Tests against England to spend time with his family is commendable.
Virat Kohli withdrew from the Test series, citing personal reasons, and the BCCI urged fans and media not to speculate on the matter.
AB de Villiers shared details of his text message exchange with Kohli, where the Indian captain expressed the need to be with his family during this time.
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AB de Villiers praised Kohli’s decision, highlighting that family is important, and it’s a genuine and right choice to prioritize it.
Kohli had similarly prioritized family in 2021 when he returned home during a Test series to be with Anushka for the birth of their first child.
Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma got married in 2017, and their daughter Vamika celebrated her third birthday in January 2024. Kohli’s brother, Vikas, dismissed rumors about their mother’s health, asserting that she is in good condition. AB de Villiers conveyed that Kohli is doing well and is looking forward to seeing him back in action.
