MS Dhoni Enters ICC Hall of Fame 2025
Published by STUDY247 | June 2025
Introduction
On June 9, 2025, Mahendra Singh Dhoni—fondly known as “Captain Cool”—was officially enshrined in the ICC Hall of Fame during the “A Day with the Legends” event in London.
Official Recognition
The ICC honored Dhoni’s calmness, leadership, and strategic brilliance that transformed Indian cricket across all formats.
Highlight Video
Official Tweet from ICC
ICC (@ICC): “Unorthodox, unconventional and effective 🤩 A cricketer beyond numbers and statistics – MS Dhoni is inducted in the ICC Hall of Fame!”
Career Stats
| Format | Matches | Runs | Average | Catches | Stumpings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 90 | 4,876 | 38.08 | 256 | 38 |
| ODI | 350 | 10,773 | 50.57 | 321 | 123 |
| T20I | 98 | 1,617 | 37.60 | 57 | 34 |
| Total | 538 | 17,266* | – | – | ~829 |
🎤 Dhoni’s Reaction and Tributes
“It is an honour to be named in the ICC Hall of Fame… To have your name remembered alongside such all‑time greats is a wonderful feeling. It is something that I will cherish forever.”
— MS Dhoni
“The Legend Enters the Hall… Dhoni bhai has left an indelible mark on the sport.”
— Suresh Raina
🧠 Career Highlights
- ODI batting patent: Fastest to No. 1 in ICC innings ranking (40th ODI)
- Record 183* against Sri Lanka (2005)—highest by a wicketkeeper in ODIs
- 224 in Tests vs Australia (2013)—pioneering knock that defined his Test repute
- Anchored India to No. 1 Test ranking and major ICC titles across formats
🏟️ Hall of Fame Induction Day
The induction took place at Abbey Road Studios, London, during the ICC’s “A Day with the Legends” event—coinciding with the buildup to the ICC World Test Championship Final.
🌐 Context & Eligibility
ICC rules stipulate players must be retired from international cricket for at least five years. Dhoni last appeared in the 2019 World Cup semi-final and his final Test in December 2014.
📌 Takeaways
- Dhoni is the only captain to secure ICC’s all‑white‑ball trophies.
- His glovework and finishing brilliance redefined modern roles.
- A global tribute: 7 legends inducted at once reinforces his unique status.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
1. When was Dhoni inducted?
June 9, 2025, in London.
2. Who else was in the ICC Hall of Fame Class 2025?
Male: Amla, Hayden, Smith, Vettori; Female: Sana Mir, Sarah Taylor.
3. Why was Dhoni eligible in 2025?
He retired in 2019; ICC requires five-year retirement.
4. What’s his 183* historic significance?
Highest ODI score by a wicketkeeper, and pivotal in limited-overs batting evolution.
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