Virat Kohli and AB de Villiers have always shared a bond beyond cricket—a friendship forged over years of playing together for Royal Challengers Bangalore. But even the closest of friends can have misunderstandings, as AB recently admitted in an interview.
The issue began when Virat and his wife, actress Anushka Sharma, decided to keep her second pregnancy private. The couple chose to travel to London quietly and stayed away from the spotlight. They made no public announcement, no social media posts—just a personal, intimate journey they wanted to keep to themselves.
But during a YouTube livestream, AB de Villiers accidentally let the news slip. He revealed that Virat had taken time off from cricket to be with Anushka because she was expecting their second child. This revelation spread like wildfire in the media and left Virat deeply hurt.
In a recent chat with Cricket.com, AB opened up about what happened afterward. He said Virat didn’t speak to him for months. It wasn’t anger alone—it was disappointment, too. Virat is known to be fiercely protective of his family’s privacy, and this breach of trust understandably affected him.
AB, being honest and humble, admitted he made a mistake. He said he felt incredibly relieved when, six months later, they finally reconnected. “Thank goodness,” AB said, describing the relief of knowing Virat had forgiven him. The two friends spoke about the fallout openly, acknowledging they were “in the same boat” and needed to clear the air.
Their conversation wasn’t just about the slip-up. AB also shared that Virat reached out for advice on handling tough phases in life. AB spoke candidly about his own experiences, especially around retiring from Test cricket. He said he felt proud watching Virat continue to give his all on the field. While Kohli has stepped away from the Test format, AB fully supports his choice, saying it was surely a heartfelt decision.
The two legends may have had an uncomfortable silence for months, but true friendship found its way back. Their story is a reminder that even the strongest bonds can be tested—but with honesty and forgiveness, they can become even stronger.
Today, Virat and Anushka are parents to two children, and after the birth of their son Akaay, they shared the happy news on social media themselves—on their own terms.
For fans, the episode is both a lesson in respecting privacy and a testament to the enduring friendship between two of cricket’s greatest players.