ICC inducts Rahul Dravid, Ricky Ponting, and Claire Taylor into Hall of Fame

Legendary batsmen Rahul Dravid and Ricky Ponting have been conferred wi  the achievement of making it to the newest class of the ICC Hall of Fame. The duo have played against each other on several occasions and many more exciting encoutners over the years as well. In addition, ClaireTaylor, the legendary England wicketkeeper-batsman Claire Taylor who has been instrumental in the England women’s success in the past was also added to the list.

Rahul Dravid is clearly one of the best Indian batsmen to have ever played the sport. Fondly known as ‘The Wall’, Dravid is one of the few players who has excess of 10,000 Test runs. Speaking at the ICC ceremony, Dravid went on to thank his support group of family members, all the stakeholders in his successful career as a cricketer. He spoke through a video message after not being avaialble to attend the activity.

“My parents, my young family, my wife and two kids, my so many friends, colleagues that I have played with and played against who have enriched my game, my many coaches right from the time I was a boy in school and the coaches that I have played for India have really helped me develop my potential. I would not be here if not for the support and love that they have given me and I’m truly thankful and grateful for it.”

“Unfortunately, I’m not there to receive this honour because of my commitments with India A and the coaching duties that I have. But once again, I’m really grateful, I’m humbled to be able to receive this honour. It’s a privilege and something that I’ll hold very dear to my heart,” he said.

Ponting deeply honoured

Former Australia and perhaps one of the most successful at that, Ricky Ponting too was pleased upon receiving the award.”I feel deeply honoured to be recognized by the ICC in this way. I loved every moment of my journey as a player and am so very proud of the team and personal achievements along the way.

“These would not have been possible without the help of so many people including my teammates, coaches and support staff that played such an integral part in my playing career. I would like to especially thank my family for their constant support and direction. Honours like this are just as much for them as it is for me,” Ponting said.

Claire Taylor, the 42-year old who was instrumental in helping England Womens’ cricket rise up the ladder also was the beneficiary of being an inductee.

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