Thu, Jun 19, '25
ST JOHN’S, Antigua – Deryck Murray, the sharp and reliable wicketkeeper from Trinidad and Tobago, was a vital figure in the West Indies’ victorious 1975 World Cup campaign. Known for his calm presence behind the stumps and his cricketing intelligence, Murray played a quiet but crucial role in the team’s success, both with the gloves and the bat.
The team’s first-choice wicketkeeper, who was a steadying force throughout the tournament, and subsequently became an iconic influence on generations of wicketkeepers to follow, is among the legends being recognised for their contribution during the Cricket West Indies and the West Indies Players’ Association awards gala being held on Sunday, June 22, at the Wyndham Grand Barbados.
His safe hands, quick reflexes, and sharp awareness made him a key component of the West Indies’ strong fielding unit. In a tournament where every mistake could prove costly, Murray’s consistency behind the stumps helped create pressure and convert half-chances into wickets—especially against the likes of Australia and Pakistan.
Wed, Jun 18, '25
Legendary West Indies fast bowler Sir Andy Roberts has expressed disappointment over the timing and structure of the planned celebrations to mark the 50th anniversary of the West Indies’ historic 1975 ICC Men’s World Cup triumph.
Speaking on the popular Barbados radio programme Mason and Guest on Tuesday night, the Antiguan icon said he was not overly enthusiastic about attending the event, which forms part of the 8th annual CWI/WIPA Awards Gala to be held this Sunday, June 22, at the Wyndham Grand Barbados Sam Lord’s Castle.
“To be honest- no, not really,” the 74-year-old Roberts said when asked if he was looking forward to the trip.
“50 years after the fact? You’re telling me that’s when you remember me? I’ll soon be in my grave.”
Roberts, who was a vital part of the Clive Lloyd-led side that lifted the trophy at Lord’s on June 21, 1975, said the belated nature of the recognition signals that the achievement- and those who delivered it- were long forgotten.
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Wed, Jun 18, '25
IN A one-sided series decider at the Three Ws Oval yesterday, South Africa Women delivered a commanding performance to defeat West Indies by 166 runs (DLS method), securing a 2-1 One-Day International series victory.
After rain reduced the visitors’ innings to 45.5 overs, South Africa posted a formidable 278-6 after being asked to take the first strike, powered by a brilliant century from Tazmin Brits and a composed half-century from captain Laura Wolvaardt.
The West Indies, set a revised target of 288 in 39 overs, crumbled to 121 all out in just 27.5 overs, with only Aaliyah Alleyne, 32, and Jahzara Claxton, 43, offering brief resistance.
Earlier, South Africa’s openers laid a punishing foundation, with Brits and Wolvaardt adding a masterful 184 for the first wicket.
The inexperienced Windies attack had few answers, as Brits’ aggressive 101 knock, featuring eight fours and four sixes, set the tone, while Wolvaardt anchored the innings with a fluent 75.
Tue, Jun 17, '25
NEWLY APPOINTED West Indies T20 captain Shai Hope is relieved that the team ended on a winning note against Ireland after a disappointing tour of the United Kingdom, where they were soundly beaten by England.
The Windies thumped Ireland by 62 runs in the third and final T20I on Sunday to claim the three-match series 1-0, after the first two games were rained out.
It was a welcome relief for the white-ball captain following back-to-back 3-0 defeats to England in the preceding One-Day International and T20I series.
The West Indies also battled to a 1-1 draw with Ireland in their rain-affected ODI series.
Speaking to the media after the win, Hope said he was glad the regional team was able to end in winning fashion after a disappointing string of results.
“It was very important, especially on the back of that English series that we had couple days ago.
“They basically gave us a battering, so it’s great to finish the UK tour on a high,” Hope said.
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Tue, Jun 17, '25
PACERS KELVIN Pitman and Raneico Smith took three wickets apiece to propel West Indies Academy to a series-levelling innings and 26-run win over Sri Lanka Emerging Players just after lunch on the third day of their second four-day match at the Coolidge Cricket Ground yesterday.
Faced with a first-innings deficit of 133, Sri Lanka’s batters faltered in the face of disciplined bowling from the home side and were routed for 107 in 25.1 overs.
The only resistance came from captain Dhananjaya Lakshan, who scored a counter-attacking, even half-century, and was one of only four players in double digits.
Resuming the day on 1-1, Dilum Sudeera was trapped lbw by Nathan Edward for a duck with only three runs added, Pitman dismissed Shevon Daniel for 11, and Smith accounted for the wicket of Sohan de Livera to leave the visitors wobbling at 27 for four.
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