ICC Hall of Fame: Seven Players to be Inducted, Including MS Dhoni

The ICC is preparing to induct seven players into its Hall of Fame, including the much-anticipated recognition of former Indian captain MS Dhoni. This event, titled 'A Day With The Legends', will be broadcast live, allowing cricket fans globally to celebrate the achievements of these iconic players. Among the inductees are Pakistani legends Inzamam-ul-Haq and Misbah-ul-Haq, who have made significant contributions to the sport. The article also highlights the illustrious careers of these players and mentions other Indian cricket legends already honored in the Hall of Fame. Stay tuned for more updates on this prestigious event.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 9, 2025, 15:01 IST

ICC Hall of Fame Inductions

Today, the International Cricket Council (ICC) is set to welcome seven new players into its prestigious 'Hall of Fame', comprising five men and two women. This ceremony will be part of the event titled 'A Day With The Legends', which will be broadcast live on various ICC partner networks, allowing cricket fans worldwide to witness the celebration of these sporting icons. There is considerable speculation among cricket analysts that former Indian captain MS Dhoni may be among those honored today. However, there have been no confirmations regarding the inclusion of any Pakistani players in this year's list, although potential candidates have been discussed.

PCB's Hall of Fame 2025

Inzamam-ul-Haq and Misbah-ul-Haq have been recognized in the PCB's Hall of Fame for 2025, marking their significant contributions to Pakistan cricket. They join an elite group that includes legends such as Abdul Qadir, A.H. Kardar, Fazal Mahmood, Hanif Mohammad, Imran Khan, Javed Miandad, Wasim Akram, Waqar Younis, Younis Khan, and Zaheer Abbas.

Misbah-ul-Haq's Career Highlights

Misbah-ul-Haq's impressive domestic performance led to his appointment as the national team's coach in 2001. His international career gained momentum in 2007 when he was selected for the T20 World Cup over Mohammad Yousuf. Over his 16-year career, he participated in 75 Test matches, 162 ODIs, and 39 T20s, amassing a total of 5222 runs in Tests, 5122 in ODIs, and 788 in T20s, which secured his place among the greats.

Inzamam-ul-Haq's Legacy

Inzamam-ul-Haq has had a distinguished career with the Pakistan cricket team, making his debut in 1991. He has played 120 Test matches and 378 ODIs, scoring 8830 runs in Tests and over 11,000 runs in ODIs. He concluded his career in 2007 after participating in a single T20 match.

Indian Legends in the ICC Hall of Fame

Several Indian cricket legends have already been inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame, including Sunil Gavaskar (2009), Bishan Singh Bedi (2009), Kapil Dev (2005), Anil Kumble (2015), Rahul Dravid (2018), Sachin Tendulkar (2019), Vinoo Mankad (2021), Diana Edulji (2023), Virendra Sehwag (2023), and Neetu David (2024).