After, de Villiers was unsuccessful in his attempts to return to the Proteas' side for the 2019 50-over World Cup, but continued to ply his trade in domestic competitions around the world, including a stint with the Brisbane Heat in the BBL.However, the 37-year-old has now played his last game, having last appeared in the Indian Premier League in October for Royal Challengers Bangalore.
"That's the reality I must accept - and, even if it may seem sudden, that is why I am making this announcement today. I've had my time."Whether playing for the Titans, or the Proteas, or RCB, or around the world, the game has given me unimagined experiences and opportunities, and I will always be grateful.
De Villiers retires after a phenomenal career which saw him feature in 114 Tests, 223 ODIs and 89 T20 internationals for South Africa.After making his Test debut in 2004, De Villiers was a central part of a South African side which ascended to the top of the world in the longest form of the game.