Archive · 23 Aug 2025
Dewald Brevis Recounts First Meeting with AB de Villiers
Imagine a young cricket player named Dewald Brevis who looks up to the famous AB de Villiers.
The first time Dewald saw AB, he was too shy to say anything, even for a picture.
But later, he got a chance to meet AB at a school event.
Even though he was still nervous, Dewald bravely asked AB for his phone number!
AB gave it to him, and they started chatting.
This led to AB becoming a mentor to Dewald, and they stayed in touch, especially during a time when everyone was staying home, which is how their special relationship began.
Dewald Brevis shared his first meeting experience with AB de Villiers.
Brevis was initially star-struck and hesitant to approach de Villiers.
He asked for a picture with de Villiers at a restaurant.
Brevis eventually asked for de Villiers' number at a school event.
Their relationship and mentoring began after lockdown.
- Who
- Dewald Brevis and AB de Villiers.
- What
- Dewald Brevis shared his first meeting with AB de Villiers.
- When
- In August 2023, Brevis made his international debut.
- Where
- Hazlewood Culture Club restaurant and a school event.
- Why
- Brevis shared his story of meeting his idol.
Brevis' Experience
N/A
The Encounter
Brevis' Experience
Brevis shared his experience of meeting de Villiers for the first time.
N/A
N/A
- Player
- Dewald Brevis
- Famous Player
- AB de Villiers
- Brevis' Debut
- August 2023
- Relationship Started
- After Brevis got AB's number