Cricket boards globally retire jersey numbers to honor exceptional players. Recently, BCCI retired Mahendra Singh Dhoni’s No. 7, following Sachin Tendulkar’s No. 10. Here are all Cricketers with Retired Jersey Numbers by respective cricket boards.
5. Daniel Vettori (NZ) -11
Daniel Vettori, celebrated for his left-arm spin, had his No. 11 jersey retired by New Zealand Cricket in 2019. His significant contributions as both a bowler and batsman left a lasting legacy on the national team.
4. Stephen Flaming (NZ) – 7
Stephen Fleming, a legendary batsman for the New Zealand national cricket team, had his No. 7 jersey retired in recognition of his contributions. As captain, he led the Kiwis to victory in the 2000 ICC KnockOut Trophy, solidifying his legacy in New Zealand cricket.
3. Phillips Hughes (AUS) – 64
In 2014, Cricket Australia retired Phillip Hughes’s ODI shirt number, 64, in memory of the promising young talent who tragically passed away after being struck by a bouncer from Sean Abbott during a Sheffield Shield match. His untimely death left a profound impact on the cricketing community.
2. Sachin Tendulkar (IND) – 10
In 2017, the BCCI retired Sachin Tendulkar’s No. 10 jersey as a tribute to his legendary career. Known as the ‘Master Blaster,’ Tendulkar is the highest run-scorer in both ODIs and Test cricket, amassing over 18,000 and 15,000 runs, respectively, leaving an indelible mark on the sport.
1. MS Dhoni (IND) – 7
MS Dhoni retired from international cricket in August 2020 but continues to play for Chennai Super Kings in the IPL, wearing No. 7. Renowned for his explosive batting and exceptional leadership, Dhoni guided India to three ICC titles: the T20 World Cup in 2007, the ODI World Cup in 2011, and the Champions Trophy in 2013.
