The cricket world is in mourning following the death of Sir Garfield Sobers, the West Indies icon and one of the greatest all-rounders in the sport's history. He passed away at the age of 89, just two weeks shy of his 90th birthday.
Career and Achievements
Sobers is best known for his record-breaking 365 not out against Pakistan in 1958, which stood as the highest individual Test score for 36 years. He captained the West Indies from 1965 to 1972 and also enjoyed a legendary stint with Nottinghamshire, amassing 7,041 first-class runs in the County Championship.
Family and Tributes
He leaves behind two sons, Matthew and Daniel, and an adopted daughter, Genevieve. Tributes have poured in from across the cricketing community, with many hailing his extraordinary talent and contributions to the game.
