The Indian Cricket Team is one of the most famous sports teams in the world. Winning the 2024 T20 World Cup has made them even more popular. They have a huge fan base that supports them in different countries, whether in SENA nations or Asia. This support inspires the players and helps the team perform better.
One big reason for the Indian team’s popularity is its legendary players. Many great cricketers have represented India, and they are highly respected for their achievements. While every Indian cricketer has their own fans, a few stand out as the most famous. Here, we look at the top 5 famous cricketers in Indian history.
5. Rahul Dravid
Rahul Dravid, known as “The Wall,” is one of the most respected players in India. He was the captain of the team and played very well in Tests and One Day Internationals (ODIs). Dravid often saved the team in tough situations. As a player, he played a total of 509 matches and he scored 24,208 runs with 48 centuries and 146 half-centuries. Later, he became the coach of the team, leading them to victory in the T20 World Cup 2024.
4. Rohit Sharma
Rohit Sharma is the current captain of the Indian team and is very popular both in India and around the world. He is known for his impressive batting skills and has been a key player for the last decade. Rohit has played 485 matches and scored 19,276 runs, including 48 centuries and 140 half-centuries. His leadership helped the team win the ICC T20 World Cup 2024.
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3. MS Dhoni
MS Dhoni holds a special place in the hearts of Indian fans. He is celebrated for his significant contributions to Indian cricket. Under his captaincy, India won every ICC title in white-ball cricket, making him the only captain to achieve this. His fan base is huge, and even during the Indian Premier League (IPL), fans cheer “Dhoni Dhoni” when he comes to bat. Dhoni played a total of 538 matches and scored 17,266 runs for India, with 16 centuries and 108 half-centuries, and is known as one of the best finishers in the game.
2. Sachin Tendulkar
Sachin Tendulkar, known as the “God of Cricket,” is the best batsman in the history of the game. He is famous not just in India but worldwide. Even after retiring a decade ago, he remains the leading run-scorer in cricket history. Tendulkar scored 34,357 runs in 664 matches, including 100 centuries and 164 half-centuries. His impact on the sport has made cricket popular globally.
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1. Virat Kohli
Virat Kohli is arguably the most famous Indian cricketer today. He is one of the biggest athletes globally and is often mentioned alongside icons like Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi. Kohli has a massive fan following and has made significant contributions to Indian cricket. He played a total of 535 matches and he scored 27,041 runs with 80 centuries and 140 half-centuries. With his talent and determination, he is likely to break even more records in the future.
