Indian cricketing superstar Virat Kohli has revealed the depth of his friendship with AB de Villiers, stating that the two have remained close despite Kohli’s time away from the sport. De Villiers was among the first to know about the birth of Kohli adn Anushka’s second child, a moment that kohli says brought him great comfort.

Kohli shared, “I’m in contact with the last six months. Thank God. As when their second child was born, I had a fall.As he spoke again, I was a great comfort to me.”

The Kohli-Anushka couple welcomed their second child in February of last year. Kohli’s absence from the Indian team during this period sparked considerable speculation, with the cricketer citing personal reasons.Initial rumors even suggested that Kohli’s mother’s health was the reason for his leave.

Kohli’s Break and Family Time

Virat Kohli’s decision to take time off from cricket to be with his family generated notable discussion within the sporting world. While the specific reasons were initially unclear, it became evident that the birth of his second child was a primary factor. The support from friends like AB de Villiers proved invaluable during this period.

“I’m in contact with the last six months. Thank God. Because when their second child was born, I had a fall. As he spoke again, I was a great comfort to me.”

Speculation and Support

The period surrounding Kohli’s leave was filled with speculation, highlighting the intense public interest in his life and career. However,the revelation of AB de Villiers’ support underscores the importance of personal relationships and the challenges faced by high-profile athletes in balancing their professional and personal lives.