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BCCI vice president Rajeev Shukla called Dhoni the most deserving ICC Hall of Fame inductee for his transformative leadership. Dhoni is the only captain to clinch all three ICC white-ball titles—2007 T20 WC, 2011 ODI WC, and 2013 Champions Trophy. His 183* against Sri Lanka remains the highest ODI score by a wicketkeeper, blending power with precision. Beyond stats, Dhoni redefined finishing in ODIs and set new standards for wicketkeeping with his lightning reflexes.

Key Points: Rajeev Shukla Hails Dhoni's ICC Hall of Fame Induction as Deserved Honor

  • Shukla applauds ICC for honoring Dhoni's white-ball triple crown
  • Dhoni remains only captain to win all ICC limited-overs trophies
  • His 183* vs Sri Lanka is highest ODI score by wicketkeeper
  • Revolutionized finishing and wicketkeeping in modern cricket
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Rajeev Shukla lauds Dhoni's induction in ICC Hall of Fame, recalls immense contribution to cricket world

BCCI VP Rajeev Shukla praises MS Dhoni's ICC Hall of Fame entry, citing his unmatched World Cup triumphs and wicketkeeping legacy.

"Dhoni was the most deserving player as far as the ICC Hall of Fame is concerned - Rajeev Shukla"

New Delhi, June 10

Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) vice president Rajeev Shukla has hailed former India captain Mahendra Singh Dhoni's induction in the ICC Hall of Fame and said he is the "most deserving player".

Shukla also praised the International Cricket Council (ICC) for honouring Dhoni, who is widely regarded as one of the greatest captains and finishers in the history of cricket.

"Dhoni was the most deserving player as far as the ICC Hall of Fame is concerned. We all appreciate ICC's decision. I would say that his contribution to world cricket as well as Indian cricket is immense," Shukla said.

"Dhoni definitely deserves this honour. Looking at his contribution to world cricket, to Indian cricket, it was necessary to honour him with this. It is a recognition of his contributions," he added.

The ICC Hall of Fame celebrates extraordinary achievements of cricketing legends who have shaped the sport's rich and vibrant history. Players are eligible for induction five years after their final international appearance.

From lifting India's first T20 World Cup in 2007 with a young, untested squad, to guiding the Men in Blue to a historic 2011 ODI World Cup win at home, and adding the Champions Trophy in 2013, Dhoni remains the only captain in cricket history to win all three ICC white-ball trophies. His leadership calmed the chaos, turning pressure into opportunity and dreams into triumphs.

Beyond captaincy, Dhoni redefined the role of a finisher in ODIs. His unbeaten 183* against Sri Lanka in 2005 remains the highest score by a wicketkeeper in the format. With over 10,000 ODI runs at an astonishing average of 50.57, his legacy with the bat is as impactful as it is enduring.

Behind the stumps, Dhoni was a phenomenon. His lightning-fast stumping and razor-sharp anticipation revolutionised wicketkeeping in limited-overs cricket. Overall, he boasts of 17,266 international runs, 829 dismissals and 538 matches across formats for India. Dhoni's numbers reflect consistency, fitness and longevity.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
Finally! The ICC has done justice to our Thalaiva! 🎉 Dhoni's induction is long overdue. The man who gave us the 2011 World Cup win deserves every bit of this honor. His calmness under pressure was legendary - remember that six at Wankhede? Goosebumps even now!
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Priya M.
While Dhoni was undoubtedly a great captain, I sometimes feel we over-glorify his later years when his strike rate dropped significantly. But no denying his overall contribution - he changed how India approached limited-overs cricket forever.
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Arjun S.
From Ranchi to the Hall of Fame - what a journey! Dhoni proved that talent + hard work can take you places regardless of background. His wicketkeeping skills alone would have made him a legend, but he gave us so much more. Proud moment for Indian cricket!
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Sneha R.
The helicopter shot, the lightning stumpings, that iconic captaincy - MSD was pure entertainment! But what I admire most was how he handled both victory and defeat with the same calm demeanor. True legend material 👏
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Vikram J.
Remember how he backed young players like Kohli and Rohit early in their careers? That's real leadership. Dhoni didn't just win trophies - he built the team that dominated world cricket for years. Hall of Fame is perfect for this architect of modern Indian cricket.

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