IPL 2023: Royal Challengers Bangalore retires AB de Villiers, Chris Gayle's jersey forever

New Delhi : Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) on Sunday retired AB de Villiers (17) and Chris Gayle's (333) jersey to keep it in the RCB Hall of Fame as a mark of respect. RCB returned to the M Chinnaswamy Stadium after gap of 3 years in the most remarkable way. The fans were allowed to witness the full squad practice of Royal Challengers Bangalore players, which is one of the first kind initiatives.

To a surprise, fans were also greeted with 2 cricketers who are now a part of RCB folklore – Chris Gayle and AB de Villiers.

Chris Gayle spoke about his experience and thanked both RCB and fans for inducting him into the Hall of Fame. He said that he has a lot of fun memories of playing at the Chinnaswamy Cricket Stadium for RCB. For him, it is like a homecoming and a delight to reconnect with the team players and the fans.

AB de Villiers called it a touching gesture by RCB to induct him into the Hall of Fame. He said that the team has a very special place in his heart.

Royal Challengers Bangalore will be playing the first Indian Premier League 2023 season match against Mumbai Indian at their home arena, M Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bangalore.

Till date RCB has not won any IPL title and this season they will be looking forward to secure a win and wash off this stain from them.