As the Indian national cricket team former captain Virat Kohli celebrated his 36th birthday, heartfelt wishes poured in from fans and fellow cricketers around the world. One message that stood out came from Kohli’s close friend Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and former South African captain, AB de Villiers. On Instagram, de Villiers posted a beautiful birthday tribute along with some unseen photos of their time together on and off the field.

AB de Villiers, known for his strong bond with Kohli, took to Instagram to express his admiration for the star batter. In his touching post, he praised Kohli’s relentless dedication to the game and wished him even more success in the years to come. Sharing his affection, de Villiers called Kohli his “Biscuit” and wrote:

“Happy birthday, my Biscuit! Wishing you an incredible year ahead, filled with love, success, and many more unbeaten centuries. As I look back on our time together on and off the field, I'm reminded of your unwavering commitment to the game. Your dedication and relentless pursuit of excellence inspire me and millions of others. Here's to another year of breaking records, pushing boundaries, and being authentically you. May this year bring you everything you desire and more. Wishing you an abundance of love, peace, laughter, and magic in the year ahead.”

Here is his post on Instagram 

Kohli and de Villiers shared an extraordinary partnership while playing for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) in the Indian Premier League (IPL). Their partnership was one of the most prolific in the league’s history, amassing 3,123 runs together. De Villiers, who played for RCB from 2011 to 2021, scored 4,522 runs in 157 matches for the franchise