IPL 2021: Josh Philippe calls AB-Kohli duo best in the business

Josh Philippe, the young-Australian wicket-keeper batsman recalls his interaction with AB de Villiers and Virat Kohli during his days at the Royal Challengers Bangalore last year. Josh Phillipe played an incredible knock in the recent Big Bash League. Looking after which, the Indian Premier League franchise Royal Challengers Bangalore retained him the team.

Phillipe played only 5 games for the franchise in IPL and yet get an opportunity to be the part of the dressing room where legends like AB and Virat will stay. Talking with ESPN, Philippe shared his experience and the learning he gets from AB de Villiers and Virat Kohli.

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“I think it was just being in the same dressing room as some absolute superstars like that were really special. I sort of leaned on AB a lot. He gave me some great advice along the way. It was just really cool to see how they go about their business out in the middle. There were some really challenging situations out there, but they keep it so simple. Every time I asked a question or asked what they were thinking, it just went back down to stand still, watch the ball, some really simple clear messages. It was pretty cool to know that the best in the business just keep it simple,” said Josh Philippe.