Desmond Haynes
Bajan cricketer and coach, ODI opener
A cricketer from Barbados, played for the West Indies from 1978 to 1994. Primarily an opening batsman, achieved significant success in One Day Internationals (ODIs) and Test matches. Part of a formidable West Indies team that dominated international cricket during the 1980s. Also contributed to the development of cricket in the region through coaching roles after retirement. Held a position as a national team coach and participated in various cricket academies.
Scored over 8,000 runs in ODIs
Part of the 1979 Cricket World Cup-winning team
Served as a coach for the West Indies team
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