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Sir Isaac Vivian Alexander Richards KNH KCN OBE OOC (born 7 March 1952) is a retired Antiguan cricketer who represented the West Indies cricket team between 1974 and 1991. Usually batting generally at number three [5] [6] [7] in a dominant West Indies side, Richards is widely regarded as one of the greatest batsmen of all time.
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- Male
- April 7, 1952
- West Indies
Learn about the legendary West Indies batsman and captain, who was known for his swagger and aggression. Find out his batting and bowling records, awards, achievements and interesting facts on Cricbuzz.com.
Mar 7, 2022 · Sir Vivian Richards, the former West Indies captain and one of the Wisden Cricketers of the Century, celebrated his 70th birthday on Monday. Learn about his record-breaking batting, his stance against apartheid, his friendship with Ian Botham and his impact on the game.
Perhaps the hardest hitter of the cricket ball ever, Sir Viv Richards was one of the most devastating batsmen to have ever played the game. In 121 Test matches for West Indies, Richards accumulated 8,540 runs at an average of 50.23.
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Mar 7, 2022 · The former cricketer reflects on his career, influence and friendship with Lord Botham as he celebrates his 70th birthday. He also shares his views on colonialism, slavery and the new Richards-Botham Trophy.
Apr 26, 2024 · Viv Richards, West Indian cricketer, arguably the finest batsman of his generation. Known as the ‘Master Blaster,’ he competed in 121 Test matches, scoring 8,540 runs and averaging more than 50 runs per innings. He also recorded 24 centuries. Learn more about Richards’s life and career.
