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Former South Africa captain AB de Villiers. Photo: File Former South Africa captain AB de Villiers. Photo: File

Cricketing fans worldwide are set to celebrate as South African icon AB de Villiers announces his long-awaited return to the sport after nearly four years. (More Cricket News)

De Villiers, revered as one of the most innovative and electrifying cricketers of all time, will lead the Game Changers South Africa Champions in the second edition of the World Championship of Legends (WCL).

This premier T20 tournament, featuring retired and non-contracted cricket legends, promises a nostalgic yet exhilarating spectacle for fans across the globe.

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Reflecting on his return, de Villiers said, "Four years ago, I retired from all cricket because I just didn’t feel the urge to play any more. Well, time has passed, and my young sons have started playing the game. We’ve been playing more and more often in the garden, and, well, it feels as though some kind of flame has been lit again."

“So I am heading back to the gym and the nets, and I’ll be ready for WCL in July.”

Known for his unmatched versatility and fearless batting, de Villiers’ comeback has ignited excitement within the cricketing fraternity.

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On the other hand, China have qualified for their maiden Asian Champions Trophy final. Their journey to the summit clash has been a rollercoaster ride. They started with a defeat to India but bounced back with a 4-2 win over Malaysia. The hosts then faced a 2-3 loss to South Korea and were also routed 5-1 by Pakistan in the pool stage.

The Game Changers squad, which featured legends such as Jacques Kallis, Herschelle Gibbs, Dale Steyn, and Imran Tahir in the inaugural season, now has an even brighter future under de Villiers’ captaincy.

Amandeep Singh , Co Owner ofSouth Africa Champions & Founder of Game Changers shared his excitement.

"We are honoured to compete in the World Championship of Legends and showcase the incredible talent of our cricketing greats. AB de Villiers’ return as our captain is a monumental boost for our team, and his leadership will undoubtedly inspire us to new heights,” Singh said.

With AB de Villiers at the helmluck9, the Game Changers South Africa Champions are poised for an unforgettable campaign in the WCL. Cricket fans can look forward to reliving the magic of yesteryear as the league bridges generations and celebrates the enduring passion for the game.