MS Dhoni, legendary Indian wicketkeeper-batter and former captain, has been inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame, announced by the International Cricket Council on 10 June 2025. He is among seven cricketers honoured this year, including Matthew Hayden (Australia) and Hashim Amla (South Africa).
Renowned for his calm under pressure and tactical brilliance, Dhoni is celebrated as one of the game’s greatest finishers, leaders, and wicketkeepers. His international career boasts 17,266 runs, 829 dismissals, and 538 matches for India — a reflection of his consistency, fitness, and longevity.
Dhoni led India to three ICC titles:
- 2007 T20 World Cup
- 2011 ODI World Cup
- 2013 Champions Trophy
His ODI achievements include:
- Most stumpings in ODIs (123)
- Highest score by a wicketkeeper (183)*
- Most matches as India’s captain (200)
Reacting to the honour, Dhoni said it’s a wonderful feeling to be named among all-time greats and something he will cherish forever.
Though he retired in 2020, Dhoni continues to play in the IPL for Chennai Super Kings, now cemented in cricketing immortality.
