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Cricketer and renowned referee
Born
Died
2020
6 years ago — 95 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Barbados
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A significant figure in West Indies cricket, played for the national team from 1948 to 1958. Accumulated over 4,000 runs in Test matches, including 15 centuries. Represented Barbados in domestic competitions and contributed to the sport as a referee following retirement. Demonstrated remarkable skill and consistency in batting, earning a place among the legends of cricket.
Scored over 4,000 runs in Test cricket
Achieved 15 Test centuries
Served as a cricket referee after retirement
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