WIPA expresses condolences at passing of Sir Garfield Sobers
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July 17, 2026
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The West Indies Playersâ Association (WIPA) has expressed condolences following the passing of Barbadosâ National Hero, The Right Excellent Sir Garfield Sobers, at the age of 89.
In a statement issued today, WIPA described Sir Garfield as the greatest all-rounder to have played the game, highlighting his remarkable career for the West Indies between 1954 and 1974, during which he scored 8,032 Test runs at an average of 57.78 and claimed 235 wickets.
Below is the full statement from the West Indies Playersâ Association:
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