Full list of players to be inducted into ICC Hall of Fame 2025 ft. MS Dhoni
Seven cricket legends were inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame on Monday, June 9 at a special event titled ‘A Day with the Legends’. The function was held just a couple of days before the 2025 ICC World Test Championship (WTC) final between South Africa and Australia at the iconic Lord's Cricket Ground.
The new inductees were selected by a panel comprising ICC Hall of Famers, senior executives, and some media representatives. The ICC Hall of Fame recognizes greats of cricket and honors their massive contribution to the game, while also celebrating their legendary achievements.
Speaking ahead of the occasion, ICC Chairman Mr Jay Shah commented:
“Inducting legends into the ICC Hall of Fame is our way of honoring the game’s most extraordinary contributors. This accolade is reserved exclusively for those whose achievements have left an indelible mark on the sport, and each selection is made purely on merit."
On that note, here's a brief profile of the seven players who were inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame on Monday.
#1 MS Dhoni (India)
Former India captain MS Dhoni is regarded among the greatest white-ball batters and leaders. He remains the only captain in international men's cricket to win all three ICC limited overs titles - T20 World Cup (2007) ODI World Cup (2011) and Champions Trophy (2013). Dhoni was Player of the Match for his iconic 91* off 79 balls in the 2011 ODI World Cup final against Sri Lanka at the Wankhede Stadium.
Overall, Dhoni played 538 matches across the three formats of the game and amassed 17,266 runs at an average of 44.96, with 16 hundreds and 108 half-centuries. He also took 634 catches during his career and effected 195 stumpings. Dhoni remains a role model for young sportspersons across the globe.
#2 Matthew Hayden (Australia)
Former Australian opener Matthew Hayden was also inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame. He made his international debut in 1993, but it wasn't until 2001 that he established his place in the team. An intimidating presence at the crease, Hayden amassed 549 runs during the iconic 2001 three-match Test series in India and never looked back.
He played 273 matches during his international career and amassed 15,066 runs at an average of 47.67, with 40 hundreds and 69 half-centuries. The former southpaw was part of Australia's 2003 and 2007 ODI World Cup triumphs. His knock of 380 against Zimbabwe in Perth in October 2003 is the second-highest individual score in Test cricket.
#3 Hashim Amla (South Africa)
A South African batting legend, Hashim Amla is another deserving entry into the ICC Hall of Fame. He carved a name for himself in international cricket with his graceful stroke play and amazing consistency. He never looked in a hurry while at the crease, but had the skills to score quickly.
Amla played 349 matches across the three formats of the game, scoring 18,672 at an average of 46.56, with 55 hundreds and 88 half-centuries. His knock of 311* against England at The Oval in July 2012 is the highest individual score by a South African player in Test cricket.
#4 Graeme Smith (South Africa)
Another South African legend, Graeme Smith is best remembered for bringing Proteas cricket back on track in the post-Hansie Cronje era. He too has been inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame. Thrust into captaincy at the raw age of 22, he not only developed into one of the greatest leaders of the game, but also made a massive contribution as a top order batter.
Smith played 347 international matches across formats and amassed 17,236 runs at an average of 42.34, with 37 hundreds and 90 fifties. He holds the record for most wins as captain in Test cricket. Smith led South Africa in 109 matches, winning 53 and losing 29, while 27 matches ended in a draw.
#5 Daniel Vettori (New Zealand)
Former New Zealand captain Daniel Vettori is regarded as one of the greatest left-arm spinners of all-time. Vettori played 442 international games and claimed 705 wickets at an average of 32.42, with 22 five-fers. He also claimed three 10-wicket hauls in Test matches. A underrated batter, he is among the few cricketers to have achieved the double of 300 wickets and 3,000 runs in Test cricket.
#6 Sana Mir (Pakistan)
Former Pakistan women's captain Sana Mir has also been inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame. The former off spinner, known for her guile and variations, claimed 151 wickets in 120 ODIs and 89 scalps in 106 T20Is. With the bat, she notched up three ODI fifties, including a best of 52.
#7 Sarah Taylor (England)
Renowned for her lightning quick presence behind the stumps, especially her leg-side stumpings, Sarah Taylor was also a highly valuable batter. She played a key role in England's 2009 ODI World Cup win and T20 World Cup triumph in the same year. Taylor also contributed a crucial 45 in the 2017 ODI World Cup final against India. She scored over 4,000 runs in ODIs and 2,177 in T20Is.