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The debate over who deserves the title of the All-Time Great in world cricket is one that has captivated fans and experts for decades. With the sport’s rich history boasting an array of legendary players — from Sir Donald Bradman and Sachin Tendulkar to Muttiah Muralitharan and Jacques Kallis — reaching a consensus remains nearly impossible.
Each era brings forth heroes whose feats redefine excellence, making it difficult to compare cricketers across generations, formats, and roles. The introduction of T20 cricket further added new dimensions to how greatness is measured — it’s no longer just about runs and wickets, but also impact, leadership, and longevity.
Justin Langer names his all-time great cricketer
Amidst this eternal debate, former Australian opener and coach Justin Langer has offered a clear verdict. Langer picked MS Dhoni as the ultimate cricketing great. Langer, who coached Australia and faced Dhoni-led sides multiple times, acknowledged the Indian legend’s lasting aura on the field.
“MS Dhoni is an all-time great. Every captain wants to be like Dhoni but they can’t do that because Dhoni is a unique captain, a unique leader and a unique human being. Whenever you play against him, you know that the game is not over until that finisher is out,” Langer remarked as quoted by NDTV.
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A sensational record and recent Hall of Fame achievement
Adding further weight to Langer’s praise is Dhoni’s recent induction into the ICC Hall of Fame, making him the 11th Indian cricketer to receive this prestigious honour. The recognition cements his place among cricket’s elite alongside the likes of Bishan Singh Bedi, Rahul Dravid, Kapil Dev, Sunil Gavaskar, andTendulkar.
Throughout his illustrious career, Dhoni led India to victory in all major ICC tournaments — the 2007 T20 World Cup, the 2011 ODI World Cup, and the 2013 Champions Trophy — a record unmatched by any other captain. As a finisher, his cool demeanour and ability to win games from improbable situations remain etched in cricketing folklore, justifying why voices like Langer’s continue to elevate him to the pinnacle of greatness.
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