The prestigious Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) granted a life membership to five renowned Indian cricket players, including MS Dhoni, the captain who led the team to victory in the 2011 World Cup.
The esteemed London club recognized 19 male and female cricketers, including Suresh Raina and Yuvraj Singh, who were also part of Dhoni’s triumphant 2011 World Cup squad. The esteemed list of honorees includes five cricketers from England and India and players from Australia, Bangladesh, New Zealand, Pakistan, South Africa, and the West Indies.
Notably, the list includes Mithali Raj, who holds the record for the highest runs in women’s cricket, and Jhulan Goswami, the leading wicket-taker in women’s ODIs.
In brief, the complete list of honorees includes the following stars:
- Muhammad Hafeez (Pakistan, 2003-2021),
- Laura Marsh (England, 2006-2019),
- Kevin Pietersen (England, 2005-2014),
- Merissa Aguilleira (West Indies, 2008-2019),
- Ross Taylor (New Zealand, 2006-2022),
- Dale Steyn (South Africa, 2004-2020),
- Anya Shrubsole (England, 2008-2022),
- Amy Satterthwaite (New Zealand, 2007-2022),
- Eoin Morgan (England, 2006-2022),
- Mashrafe Mortaza (Bangladesh, 2001-2020),
- Rachael Haynes (Australia, 2009-2022),
- Jenny Gunn (England, 2004-2019)
“We are thrilled to be able to announce our newest cohort of Honorary Life Members of MCC as we prepare for the new international summer. The names that have been announced today are some of the greatest international players of modern times, and we are privileged to now count them as valued Members of our Club.We are also pleased to be able to announce two individuals who have been awarded this honour for their monumental contributions off the pitch,” said Guy Lavender, Chief Executive & Secretary of MCC in a statement.
For the unversed, the MCC evaluates nominations to acknowledge the exceptional international careers of some notable cricketers. It also recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to the game or MCC. Following the approval by the MCC Committee, invitation letters are sent to the concerned individuals.
