Abraham Benjamin de Villiers


Here is some information about cricketer AB de Villiers, including his stats, records, and personal information. Please note that there might have been developments beyond this date.

Full Name: Abraham Benjamin de Villiers

Date of Birth: February 17, 1984

Place of Birth: Bela-Bela (Warmbaths), South Africa

Playing Role: Batsman, Wicketkeeper

Batting Style: Right-handed

Bowling Style: Right-arm medium


Career Overview:

AB de Villiers is widely regarded as one of the most versatile and innovative cricketers in the history of the game. He played for the South African national cricket team and represented various domestic and franchise teams. He was known for his exceptional skills as a batsman, wicketkeeper, and fielder.

International Career:

  • Debut: He made his debut for the South African cricket team in December 2004 in a Test match against England.
  • Formats: He played in all three formats of the game - Test, One Day Internationals (ODIs), and Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is).
  • Records: De Villiers holds numerous records, including some of the fastest centuries and half-centuries in ODIs, and he has been known for his ability to play innovative and unorthodox shots.

Major Achievements and Records:

  • Fastest ODI Century: AB de Villiers holds the record for the fastest century in ODIs, reaching 100 runs off just 31 balls against the West Indies in 2015.
  • Fastest ODI Fifty: He also holds the record for the fastest fifty in ODIs, achieving 50 runs off 16 balls against India in 2015.
  • ODI Batting Rankings: He has consistently been ranked among the top ODI batsmen in the ICC rankings.
  • Test Centuries: De Villiers scored several centuries in Test cricket, displaying his prowess across formats.

Personal Information:

  • AB de Villiers was born in Bela-Bela, South Africa.
  • He is known by his initials "AB," which is short for "Abraham Benjamin."
  • De Villiers is not only a cricketer but also a skilled musician and singer. He has released music albums and is passionate about playing the guitar.
  • He retired from international cricket in May 2018, citing fatigue and the need to manage his workload.