Criticism Against Legends:
AB de Villiers responded strongly to criticism of indian cricket stars rohit sharma and Virat Kohli.
The comments came after their impressive performances in the ODI series against Australia.
De Villiers’ Statement:
During a facebook Live session, de Villiers called critics “cockroaches.”
He said, “I don't understand who these people are… or can I even call them human beings? As soon as a player reaches the end of his career, these cockroaches come out of their holes. Why? Why try to bring down those who have given so much to their country and cricket?”
He emphasized that this is the time to respect their contributions rather than belittle them.
Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli’s Comebacks
Rohit Sharma’s Performance:
Rohit scored a half-century in the second ODI against Australia.
He followed it up with a brilliant century in the third ODI.
Virat Kohli’s Response:
After two consecutive ducks, Virat made a strong comeback with an unbeaten 74 in the third ODI.
These performances showed that both players continue to be vital to the indian team.
Significance of Their Performances:
Both Rohit and Virat proved their potential and reaffirmed their status as pillars of indian cricket.
Their innings highlighted that criticism was premature and unwarranted.
De Villiers’ Advice to Critics
On Criticism:
De Villiers stated that both players have faced excessive criticism in recent months.
He remarked that people are trying to put them down without valid reasons.
Respecting Legends:
He urged fans and critics to celebrate the achievements of Rohit and Virat instead of spreading negativity.
De Villiers noted that while some negativity exists, the majority of fans respect their careers.
Final Message:
AB de Villiers’ comments were a call for dignity and appreciation for players who have contributed immensely to indian cricket.
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