Alec Stewart Names New ‘Best Wicket-Keeper in the World’ – It’s Not MS Dhoni

Former England wicketkeeper Alec Stewart has stirred the cricketing world by proclaiming Ben Foakes as the ‘best wicket-keeper in the world,’ surpassing the legendary MS Dhoni. Stewart, renowned for his own wicket-keeping skills, emphasized Foakes’ exceptional hand speed as the defining factor in his assessment.

“MS Dhoni had quick hands but Foakes has the quickest hands in the game and the ball stays in them,” the former wicketkeeper was quoted by NDTV Sports as saying.

In a bold statement that has ignited fervent discussions among fans and experts alike, Stewart asserted that while Dhoni possessed rapid reflexes, Foakes’ lightning-quick hands set him apart as the premier gloveman in contemporary cricket. Stewart’s endorsement of Foakes has prompted widespread debate within the cricket community, with some even hailing Foakes as the finest wicket-keeper of all time.

“He knew there would be a lot of spin bowling so it (his training) was 80-20 in favor of his standing-up stuff, which he’s brilliant at anyway — the ball bouncing, the ball turning, the ball keeping low. That’s why I was so pleased for him, after all the hours he’s put in, and then he gets rewarded with some of the catches he took,” the former England cricketer added.

The declaration by Stewart has added fuel to the ongoing debate surrounding the top wicket-keepers in international cricket, fueling speculation and analysis among cricket enthusiasts worldwide. As opinions continue to diverge and arguments ensue, one thing remains certain: the discussion over the best wicket-keeper in the world is far from settled, and the accolades of both Dhoni and Foakes will continue to be scrutinized and celebrated in the realm of cricketing excellence.