Cricket World Mourns the Loss of Sir Garfield Sobers

The cricket community is mourning the death of Sir Garfield Sobers, widely regarded as one of the greatest all-rounders in the history of the sport. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) paid tribute to the legendary West Indian cricketer with a throwback video, calling him 'a true icon of the game'. Cricket West Indies also released a heartfelt farewell, acknowledging his immense contributions to cricket. Sobers, who was born in Barbados in 1936, played 93 Test matches for the West Indies between 1954 and 1974. He scored over 8,000 runs and took 235 wickets, setting new standards for all-round performance. His most famous achievement came in 1968 when he hit six sixes in a single over in first-class cricket, a feat that remains legendary. Sobers was also the first cricketer to score six centuries in six consecutive Test innings. Beyond statistics, Sobers was known for his graceful batting, lively fast bowling, and brilliant fielding. He inspired generations of cricketers across the world. The BCCI noted that his enduring legacy will continue to inspire many. Cricket West Indies described him as a 'true legend' who redefined greatness. Sobers was knighted in 1975 for his services to cricket. His death marks the end of an era in the sport. Tributes have poured in from former players, fans, and cricket boards worldwide. He is survived by his family.