Gov’t, Opposition pay tribute to cricket great Sir Garfield Sobers
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July 17, 2026
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The Government and Opposition have joined regional tributes following the death of West Indies cricket legend Sir Garfield "Garry" Sobers, hailing him as one of the greatest sporting figures the Caribbean has ever produced.
He died today at age 89.
Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness said he was deeply saddened by the passing of the Barbadian icon, describing him as "one of the greatest cricketers the world has ever known and a true son of the Caribbean".
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