In a poignant tribute to the legendary Mahendra Singh Dhoni, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has taken the historic decision to officially retire the iconic No. 7 jersey worn by the former captain. This gesture is a recognition of Dhoni’s unparalleled contributions to Indian cricket, marking a symbolic honor for his illustrious career.
As per reports from Indian Express, the retirement of the No. 7 jersey signifies that no player, regardless of experience or debutant status, will be assigned this revered number in the Indian National Cricket Team. While MS Dhoni bid farewell to international cricket on August 15, 2020, he continues to make his mark in franchise cricket and is gearing up to lead the Chennai Super Kings (CSK) in the upcoming season of the Indian Premier League (IPL).
Dhoni, fondly known as Captain Cool, boasts an impressive cricketing resume, leading India to historic victories in the inaugural T20 World Cup and the 2011 ODI World Cup. This retirement of his jersey follows in the footsteps of a similar decision in 2017, when the BCCI officially retired the No. 10 jersey worn by batting maestro Sachin Tendulkar. The move underscores the board’s deep appreciation for Dhoni’s enduring impact on Indian cricket.
