The 20 cricketing images that define the last decade

#4 Ben Stokes’ run out chance in the 2019 CWC final

Ben Stokes and the back of his bat proved to be New Zealand's undoing

Fervently searching for inspiration, Stokes astonishingly found it with the back of his bat. It truly embodied the fine margins of the sport and consigned New Zealand to a heart-breaking ‘so close yet so far’ moment. And, maybe, the game of cricket doesn't have a place for fairy tales, after all.

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#3 New Zealand vs South Africa semi-final at the 2015 ICC CWC

Grant Elliot brought a jam-packed Eden Park to its feet with a scintillating knock

A South African-born New Zealander Grant Elliot halted the Proteas’ charge for a maiden World Cup conquest. Ultimately though, he portrayed adequate sportsmanship to offer a hand of apology, compassion, empathy and above all, friendship.

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#2 Sachin Tendulkar retires

Sachin Tendulkar walked down the aisle one final time against the West Indies in 2013 (Credits: India Today)

Arguably India’s greatest Test cricketer, Sachin Tendulkar, walked down the aisle one final time against the West Indies in 2013, thereby creating one of the most emotional moments in cricketing history.

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#1 India lift the World Cup after 28 years

Dhoni finished things off in style (Credits: NDTV Sports)

MS Dhoni provided an image that would forever be etched in Indian cricketing folklore as billions erupted in joy. And, 'Dhoni finishes it off in style' would perhaps resonate across the country for years to come.