Sporting icons : Andy Roberts , his stellar cricket career & video

 



Sir Andy Roberts is a former West Indian cricketer and one of the legendary fast bowlers of the West Indies cricket team during the 1970s and 1980s. Born on January 29, 1951, in Antigua, Roberts was a key figure in the West Indies' dominance in international cricket. Known for his intimidating pace and accuracy, he played a crucial role in the team's success, forming a formidable bowling quartet alongside Michael Holding, Joel Garner, and Colin Croft. Roberts played 47 Test matches, taking 202 wickets, and 56 One Day Internationals (ODIs), making significant contributions to West Indies cricket during its golden era. After retirement, he has been involved in coaching and commentary, leaving a lasting impact on the sport.

 Here are some key achievements:


1. **West Indies Dominance:**

   - Roberts was a crucial part of the formidable West Indies cricket team during the 1970s and early 1980s when they were known for their dominance in world cricket.


2. **Pace and Accuracy:**

   - Renowned for his intimidating pace and accuracy and variety of bouncers , Roberts formed a deadly quartet of fast bowlers alongside Michael Holding, Joel Garner, and Colin Croft.


3. **Test Cricket Success:**

   - In his Test career, which spanned from 1974 to 1983, Roberts played 47 matches, taking 202 wickets at an impressive average of 25.6 .  Apart from tests , in 56 ODIs he took 87 wickets at 20.35 average .  He has taken 889 first class wickets . 


4. **Series Wins:**

   - Roberts played a key role in numerous series victories for the West Indies, contributing significantly to their success against formidable opponents during his peak time . The 2-0 series win in Australia in 1979-80 season, the 3-0 series win in England in the 1976 series were the two triumphs most dear to Roberts  


5. **1975 and 1979 World Cups:**

   - He played in the first two Cricket World Cups (1975 and 1979), where West Indies emerged victorious on both occasions.


6. **Intimidating Presence:**

   - Roberts' aggressive and intimidating presence on the field made him a feared bowler, and he played a vital role in setting the tone for West Indies' aggressive brand of cricket.


7. **Post-Retirement Contributions:**

   - After retiring from international cricket, Roberts has been involved in coaching and has provided insightful commentary, contributing to the understanding and development of the game.


8. **Knighted:**

   - In recognition of his outstanding contributions to cricket, Andy Roberts was knighted in 2021, receiving the honorific title of "Sir."


Andy Roberts remains a cricketing icon, remembered for his skill, pace, and significant contributions to the West Indies' cricketing legacy.


Watch some of Andy Roberts' best wickets during his illustrious career in below video 

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