Royal Challengers Bangalore teammates Virat Kohli and Ab de Villiers have joined hands in the fight against the coronavirus pandemic.

The pandemic which has led to lockdowns in almost all countries around the world has claimed the lives of many too. The duo will be putting together “Virat’s bat and gloves, AB’s shirt and bat – and creating one unique auction item.” The proceeds from this auction will be split up and used half in South Africa and half in India to help them put food on the plates of the needy.

Virat and AB wrote in their post on Instagram. Check here!

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I'm glad to be doing this with my very dear friend @abdevilliers17 . All details are mentioned below and more will be communicated in time. ??? #Repost @abdevilliers17 ・・・ Cricket has given me many incredible memories – and, among the most precious, stands the partnership with @virat.kohli , playing for RCB and against Gujarat Lions in 2016. Everything clicked on what was a truly unforgettable night at the IPL. The capacity crowd at the M. Chinnaswamy stadium were going crazy, and we both scored centuries in a partnership of 229 runs from 96 balls. More importantly, RCB won the match by 144 runs. Now we find ourselves in a global crisis caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, and Virat and I would like to help people in need, people struggling to put food on the table. So we are donating some of the key items from that special day in 2016 – Virat’s bat and gloves, my shirt and bat – and creating one unique auction item, on the Bid or Buy online platform(link in my bio-type key words in the search button to find the piece). All money raised will be donated to charities supporting people most severely affected by the crisis, split 50/50 between charities working in SA and India. Immediately after the auction closes on 10 May, 2020, I will personally contact the winner and make arrangements for the package to be delivered to your home. Take care and stay safe.

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