Former Indian captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni has been inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame, one of the highest honors in the world of cricket. Dhoni is the 11th Indian player to achieve this prestigious recognition.
Sports News: Mahendra Singh Dhoni, who left an indelible mark on cricket history with his astute judgment, calm demeanor, and unparalleled captaincy, has been bestowed with the historic honor of induction into the International Cricket Council (ICC) Hall of Fame. Dhoni now joins a select group of legendary players who have received this prestigious achievement. He is the 11th Indian player to be inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame.
This announcement marks another golden chapter in Indian cricket. Along with Dhoni, this year's Hall of Fame inductees include Hashim Amla and Graeme Smith of South Africa, Matthew Hayden of Australia, New Zealand spinner Daniel Vettori, former Pakistan women's captain Sana Mir, and England wicketkeeper Sarah Taylor.
International Recognition of Dhoni's Achievements
Mahendra Singh Dhoni has received respect and appreciation not only in India but across the globe. This ICC decision is proof that Dhoni's career was not just about statistics, but also about his leadership, confidence, and decisive on-field decisions. Dhoni debuted for India against Bangladesh in 2004 and emerged as the cornerstone of Indian cricket for the next decade. Under his captaincy, India achieved milestones previously only dreamt of.
The Only Indian Captain to Win Three ICC Trophies
Under Dhoni's leadership, India won three major ICC titles:
- 2007 T20 World Cup (inaugural edition)
- 2011 One Day International World Cup, which he won for India with a final six
- 2013 Champions Trophy, where India remained undefeated
Additionally, India also won the Asia Cup in 2010 and 2016 under his captaincy. Dhoni is the only Indian captain to have won all three major ICC titles.
Farewell to Cricket in 2020
Dhoni played his last international match in the 2019 One Day International World Cup semi-final against New Zealand, which India lost. He subsequently announced his retirement from international cricket on August 15, 2020, via social media. However, he continued playing in the IPL and, for Chennai Super Kings (CSK), served not only as a player but also as a powerful inspiration, leading the team to success.
Dhoni's Dominance in the IPL
Dhoni led Chennai Super Kings to five IPL titles – in 2010, 2011, 2018, 2021, and 2023. Furthermore, he also won the Champions League T20 for CSK in 2010 and 2014. In 2025, Dhoni returned to the field as an uncapped player and once again took the reins of the team in the absence of captain Ruturaj Gaikwad. This is a testament to Dhoni's enduring inspiration on the field.
Congratulations from the BCCI
The BCCI congratulated Dhoni on his induction into the ICC Hall of Fame via the social media platform X (formerly Twitter). Heartiest congratulations to the legend of Indian cricket, Mahendra Singh Dhoni, on being inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame. He is the 11th Indian to be included in this list, the BCCI wrote.
Dhoni's Statistics
- ODIs: 350 matches, 10,773 runs, average 50.57, 10 centuries, 73 half-centuries, highest score 183*
- Tests: 90 matches, 4,876 runs, average 38.09, 6 centuries, 33 half-centuries, highest score 224
- T20Is: 98 matches, 1,617 runs, average 37.60, strike rate 126.13
- Captaincy Record: Captained in 60 Test matches – 27 wins, 18 losses, 15 draws | Brought India to the number-1 spot in Test rankings for the first time
Dhoni's name is associated not only with statistics, but also with the confidence, strategic thinking, and on-field composure that propelled Indian cricket to new heights.
Legends Inducted into the Hall of Fame Alongside Dhoni
- Hashim Amla: One of South Africa's most stylish and technically proficient batsmen
- Matthew Hayden: Australia's explosive opener
- Graeme Smith: Longest-serving Test captain
- Daniel Vettori: New Zealand's finest spin all-rounder
- Sana Mir: An icon of Pakistan women's cricket
- Sarah Taylor: England's wicketkeeper and a symbol of new techniques in women's cricket
