The ICC recently revealed the addition of three new members to the ICC Hall of Fame. The latest inductees are Indian opener Virender Sehwag, trailblazer Diana Edulji, and Sri Lanka’s very own Aravinda de Silva.
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About the ICC Hall of Fame
The ICC Hall of Fame, established by the International Cricket Council (ICC), honors the most exceptional cricket players and contributors to the sport. Inductees are recognized for their remarkable achievements and contributions to cricket. This Hall of Fame was created in 2009 to honor the icons of the game and ensure their legacy endures.
The selection process involves a special committee that identifies and nominates candidates based on their performances, impact, and overall influence on the sport. The ICC Hall of Fame Selection Committee is a highly established board that is currently chaired by India’s own, Anil Kumble. The committee also consults the members of the Hall of Fame in deciding the inductees. Inductees are typically recognized during major cricket events or ceremonies, with their achievements celebrated and their names permanently etched in cricketing history. They are honored with a commemorative ICC Cricket Hall of Fame cap.
The HoF includes players from various eras, honoring both their ability and the effect they’ve had on the sport. It’s a way to pay homage to the stars of the past and acknowledge their significant roles in shaping the sport of cricket into what it is today.
Three new inductees
The ICC has announced that three new legends will be inducted into their esteemed Hall of Fame. India’s Virender Sehwag, Diana Edulji and Sri Lanka’s Aravinda de Silva are recipients of the honor.
Virender Sehwag, the renowned Indian opener, was thankful to the ICC and the Selection Committee for his inclusion in the Hall of Fame. He also expressed gratitude to be able to have spent the vast majority of his life doing something he loved so much. Finally, he also thanked his family, fans and well-wishers.
Edulji was extremely grateful for her induction and expressed how honored she was to be the first Indian Woman Cricketer to be inducted to the Hall of Fame. She also mentioned that her nomination for the award is not just an achievement for her but a significant moment for both the BCCI and women’s cricket in India.
De Silva was thankful for his inclusion in the ICC Hall of Fame, talking about the commitment, personal sacrifices, and support that shaped his cricketing journey. He expressed gratitude to various individuals, stressing that this honor was a collective achievement
About the three new inductees
Virender Sehwag was one of the most destructive batters of his generation, paving the way for the fiery batting approach of the present. Sehwag’s record speaks for himself with his 23 test centuries being the fifth highest for any Indian Batter. His batting exploits are not limited to just Red Ball Cricket with the opener being one of the most dominant ODI Openers of his time. He also played a pivotal role in India’s World Cup win at home giving India fiery starts in every game. His style and the ease with which he made any total look chaseable will always be remembered.
Diana Edulji is one of the most important figures in Indian Women’s Cricket. Her contribution on the team as the spin leader of one of the most competitive teams in Indian History is only outweighed by her contribution to the sport off the field. As a member of the Committee of Administrators, Edulji used her position to spearhead various initiatives aimed at enhancing opportunities within women’s sports. Her efforts were also focused on improving pay for women cricketers and getting women on better contracts than they were before. Her work in the past has had an unbelievable impact on getting India where it is today.
De Silva was one of the smartest batters of all time. Constantly adapting to the circumstances and pacing his innings to perfection, he is undoubtedly one of Sri Lanka’s very best. His 18 year-long international career saw a lot of highs, one such example is him spearheading his country to an infamous world cup win. His 31 international centuries are testament to his ability and talent.
