IND vs PAK: "It Was Very Special To See Because..." - AB de Villiers On His First Interaction With Babar Azam

Former South African captain AB de Villiers recalled his first interaction with Pakistan skipper Babar Azam during the Pakistan Super League (PSL) in Dubai. AB de Villiers said that he was impressed with Babar Azam’s style of batting, especially in high-pressure situations.

Babar Azam openly expressed his deep admiration for AB de Villiers, regarding him as a role model in his cricketing journey. The star Pakistani batter acknowledged his efforts to emulate the unique and innovative shots that De Villiers showcased during his illustrious career.

It’s very special – AB de Villiers

In a Q&A session on his YouTube channel, AB de Villiers lauded Babar Azam‘s skills, comparing him to his former South Africa teammate Hashim Amla.

“It’s very special. We had this interaction; I think it was in Dubai when he met me for the first time in the PSL. It was very special to see because at that time I knew he was going to be a great.

“He stood in front of me as a fan and I was like, ‘Hey, relax. I am also just human. You’re going to be a great one-day. I’ve watched you play and you’re incredible,'” De Villiers said.

“We shared some nice thoughts about the game, said some nice stuff to him, which I feel or believe he appreciated. I have a lot of respect for him.

“I love the way he plays the game. The calm manner in which he plays the game, it’s very similar to Hashim Amla. He loves the big moments and the pressure,” he added.

Babar Azam Is One Of The Best Players – AB de Villiers