Mark Boucher reveals why de Villiers turned down South Africa return: AB has his reasons, which I respect

South African cricket coach Mark Boucher has revealed why former AB de Villiers refused to come out of retirement ahead of the T20 World Cup, saying he respects AB's decision and it was time to move on.

South Africa coach Mark Boucher opened on AB de Villiers' decision to turn down international comeback, calling the development unfortunate while adding that he respects AB's decision and it was time to move on. AB de Villiers continues to leave the cricket fraternity awestruck with his ability to dominate world-class bowling line-ups despite not playing international cricket since 2018. There were reports doing the rounds that de Villiers might make a comeback to international cricket for the showpiece event in India after head coach and former teammate Mark Boucher said he would "hold talks" with the superstar player.