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- In the cricketing circle, Garner was known as ‘Big Bird’. He is named after the Doctor Bird, the national bird of Jamaica.
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Intimidating his opponents with his huge frame and fiery pace bowling, Joel Garner received the nickname ‘Big Bird’ from his team-mates and opponents. He represented West Indies in 58 Tests, picking up a total of 259 wickets at an average just above 20.
Joel Garner, affectionately known as “Big Bird,” is a legendary former West Indian cricketer who was an integral part of the golden era of West Indies cricket during the 1970s and 1980s.
Oct 6, 2020 · Joel Garner on bad umpiring, splitting headaches and strong friendships. Henry Cowen. Oct 06, 2020 5 minute read Features. Joel Garner, affectionately known as ‘Big Bird’, remembers putting the fear of God into batsmen during his legendary cricketing career. First published in 2015.
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Joel Garner, born on 16 December 16, 1952, was a dangerous-looking bowler and a thorn in the flesh of many an opposition. The “Big Bird” went on to play 58 Tests and 98 ODIs for West Indies...
Sep 25, 1998 · With a minimum of fuss, Joel "Big Bird" Garner entered the Test match scene and took his elevation like a duck to water. The giant fast bowler, who played his club cricket for YMPC, flew onto...
GARNER, JOEL. The strapping 6’8” Barbadian, Joel “Big Bird” Garner, remains a firm fixture in cricket’s history books. He was one segment of a fearsome foursome that devastated batsmen of the world and propelled West Indies cricket to unchartered heights.
