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The Grand Innings Ends: Sir Gary Sobers, Cricket’s Greatest All-Rounder, Passes Away at 89 JUL 18, 2026

The Grand Innings Ends: Sir Gary Sobers, Cricket’s Greatest All-Rounder, Passes Away at 89

Sir Gary Sobers, the legendary West Indies captain and widely regarded as the greatest all-rounder in cricket history, has passed away at the age of 89 in Barbados. Renowned for his brilliance with bat, ball, and in the field, Sobers transformed the game with his extraordinary versatility, including his record 365*, 235 Test wickets, and the first-ever six sixes in an over in first-class cricket. His remarkable legacy will continue to inspire generations of cricketers worldwide.