MS Dhoni receives heartfelt note from Suresh Raina after ICC Hall of Fame induction: ‘Bhai left indelible mark on sport’

Suresh Raina pointed out how MS Dhoni's calm demeanour and "indelible" mark on the game have forged a legacy destined to inspire the next wave of cricketers.

Suresh Raina penned down a heartfelt note for his former skipper and good friend Mahendra Singh Dhoni, after the latter was inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame on Monday. Dhoni, who is widely regarded as India's greatest white-ball captain, became the 11th player from the country to be inducted into the elite club during a ceremony in London on Monday. The ICC Hall of Fame honours cricketing legends who have made exceptional contributions to the sport's storied history. Players become eligible for this prestigious induction five years after their last international match.

MS Dhoni and Suresh Raina share great camaraderie off the field.(Getty Images)

Raina hailed MS Dhoni's "well-deserved" Hall of Fame entry, underscoring how his calm demeanour and "indelible" mark on the game have forged a legacy destined to inspire the next wave of cricketers.

"The Legend Enters the Hall! @mahi7781 incredible career & contributions to cricket have earned him a well-deserved spot in the Hall of Fame. From electrifying finishes to game-changing leadership, Dhoni bhai has left an indelible mark on the sport. His calm demeanor, razor-sharp instincts & unwavering commitment have inspired millions. A true icon & legend of the game, his legacy will continue to inspire generations of cricketers #MSDhoni #HallOfFame #legend," Raina wrote in a post on Instagram.

MS Dhoni - The most successful white-ball captain of India

He also finished his career as one of the finest ODI batters for India. 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.

Dhoni was joined by Australian batting great Matthew Hayden, South African duo of Graeme Smith and Hashim Amla as well as former New Zealand skipper Daniel Vettori as five men's cricketers were added to the list. Also inducted into the elite group were former England wicketkeeper-batter Sarah Taylor and ex-Pakistan captain Sana Mir.