South African cricket legend AB de Villiers has expressed his belief that Virat Kohli is the best choice to lead Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025. De Villiers, a former key player for RCB, emphasized Kohli's leadership qualities and his ability to inspire the current squad in their quest for a maiden IPL title.

in the IPL 2025 mega auction, the franchise is searching for a new captain. While their auction activity focused on bolstering specific roles . De Villiers, speaking in a recent YouTube video, highlighted Kohli's experience and influence as critical factors that make him the perfect candidate for the role.

"Friends, I think Virat Kohli is the only option [for RCB's captaincy choice). He is near the end of his career, more inspired than ever before. Till the time he gets the form, and score runs, we are used to watching him play match-winning innings. It's like a swansong," de Villiers said.

Kohli previously captained RCB from 2013 to 2021, during which he led the team to the IPL 2016 final, a season where his extraordinary batting included four centuries. While he stepped down from the captaincy in 2021, his potential return to the role has generated excitement among fans and analysts alike. De Villiers sees this as an opportunity for Kohli to script a fairytale finish with the franchise he has loyally represented for over a decade.

in international cricket, particularly in Tests, his leadership credentials remain unquestioned. After scoring a century in Perth during the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Kohli's form waned as India suffered series defeats to New Zealand and Australia. However, he has shown resilience in the past and will aim to bounce back in the upcoming Champions Trophy before taking on the IPL challenge.

For RCB, Kohli's return as captain could rejuvenate their title ambitions. His deep understanding of the team's culture and dynamics, combined with his enduring passion for the franchise, positions him as the ideal leader to steer the squad towards a long-awaited IPL triumph. Fans and experts alike are hopeful that Kohli's potential captaincy will not only reignite his form but also set RCB on a path to glory in 2025.