West Indies legend Sobers dies aged 89
Legendary former West Indies all-rounder Sir Garfield Sobers, regarded as one of the greatest cricketers of all time, dies aged 89.
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"His remarkable ability to influence a match in every facet of the game set him apart from his peers."
— Jay Shah , Executive
"Sir Garfield Sobers was the greatest cricketer the world has ever seen."
— Kishore Shallow , Executive
"Not just because of the phenomenal numbers but the style, quality, substance and flair."
— Fazeer Mohammed , Celebrity
Key People
Test Match Special commentator.
President of the International Cricket Council (ICC).
President of Cricket West Indies.
Sir Garfield Sobers was one of cricket's all-time greats and regarded as possibly the best all-rounder in the history of the game.
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Legendary former West Indies all-rounder Sir Garfield Sobers, regarded as one of the greatest cricketers of all time, dies aged 89.
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