Watch: Former RCB Legend AB de Villiers Seen Vaping on Live TV During SA20 Clash

Centurion, January 15, 2026: South African legend AB de Villiers faced an awkward moment when he was seen vaping on live TV during the SA20 2025–26 match between Pretoria Capitals and MI Cape Town on Monday, January 12. Known for his great batting and fielding skills, de Villiers has always inspired cricket fans around the world. This time, however, he grabbed attention for an unexpected reason.

The incident happened in the eighth over of the first innings when the camera turned towards the stands. De Villiers was spotted vaping while sitting with his wife and looked clearly surprised when he realised he was on camera. The clip quickly caught the attention of viewers watching the match live.

The moment left many fans shocked, as de Villiers has long been seen as a disciplined player and a respected face of the game. The brief clip soon spread across social media and became a major talking point among cricket followers.

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Cricket’s off-field surprises aren’t new

Cricket has seen such moments before. Even MS Dhoni, known as Captain Cool, was once seen smoking a hookah in Dubai. Former New Zealand batter and current England coach Brendon McCullum also faced attention for a smoking incident during a match. These moments show that cricketers also have off-field actions that often draw public interest.

Pretoria Capitals dominate on the field

While the vaping clip ruled social media, the match itself delivered strong on-field action. Batting first, Pretoria Capitals recovered well after early losses. Dewald Brevis gave quick momentum with a 19-ball 34, while Sherfane Rutherford played a key role with a powerful 53 off 27 balls. Their efforts helped the team post a competitive total of 185.

The bowlers then stepped up, led by Gideon Peters, who picked up three wickets for 32 runs. With good support from the rest of the attack, Pretoria Capitals bowled out MI Cape Town for 132 and secured a convincing 53-run win.