The International Cricket Council (ICC) has inducted seven new members into its prestigious Hall of Fame as of June 9, 2025, celebrating an extraordinary group of cricketers for their legendary contributions to the game. The latest inductees span multiple nations and formats, featuring stalwarts from Australia, South Africa, New Zealand, India, England, and Pakistan.
Here’s a complete overview of the 2025 ICC Hall of Fame inductees:
Men’s Inductees
🇦🇺 Matthew Hayden
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Role: Opening batter, Australia
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Highlights:
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Two-time World Cup winner (2003, 2007)
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Leading run-scorer in the 2007 World Cup with 659 runs in 10 innings
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Known for his aggressive batting and crucial role in Australia’s dominance during the early 2000s
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🇿🇦 Graeme Smith
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Role: Captain & Opening batter, South Africa
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Highlights:
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Most successful Test captain in history with 53 wins
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Led South Africa to consistent success overseas and at home
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A symbol of resilience and leadership in red-ball cricket
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🇿🇦 Hashim Amla
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Role: Batter, South Africa
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Test stats: 9,282 runs | Avg: 46.64 | 28 centuries
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ODI stats: 8,113 runs | Avg: 49.46 | 27 centuries
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Fastest to 3,000, 4,000, 6,000, and 7,000 ODI runs
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Known for his elegance, consistency, and humble demeanor
🇮🇳 MS Dhoni
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Role: Captain, Wicketkeeper, Finisher, India
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Key achievements:
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Only captain to win all three ICC white-ball trophies:
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2007 T20 World Cup
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2011 ODI World Cup
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2013 Champions Trophy
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Scored 10,773 ODI runs at an average of 50.57
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Redefined wicketkeeping and leadership under pressure
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🇳🇿 Daniel Vettori
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Role: All-rounder, Spinner, New Zealand
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ODI wickets: 297 (highest for NZ)
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Test wickets: 361 (third-highest for NZ)
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Known for his craft, intelligence, and calm under pressure
Women’s Inductees
🏴 Sarah Taylor (England)
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Role: Wicketkeeper-Batter
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Career highlights:
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136 dismissals in 116 innings (2nd highest in women’s cricket)
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Three-time World Cup winner, including the 2017 triumph
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Revered for her lightning-fast glove work and elegant batting
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🇵🇰 Sana Mir (Pakistan)
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Role: Off-spinner, Captain
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ODI wickets: 151 (highest for Pakistan women)
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T20I wickets: 89 (2nd highest for Pakistan)
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First Pakistani woman to be inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame
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A true pioneer and icon for women’s cricket in Pakistan
Summary
This year’s Hall of Fame class represents a balanced mix of captains, wicketkeepers, batters, spinners, and pioneers — all of whom have shaped the modern era of cricket. From MS Dhoni’s clutch calmness to Sana Mir’s groundbreaking leadership, the 2025 inductees highlight cricket's global diversity and evolution across formats and genders.
