On March 28, 1981, Sir Vivian Richards scored yet another hundred, but this was his first at his home in Antigua which was hosting its inaugural Test, against a demoralised pack of English bowlers. The century, albeit uncharacteristic, propelled West Indies to a formidable total. Karthik Parimal looks back at that eventful day’s play.
The Bourda Test between West Indies and England was cancelled because the visiting team had been reinforced by the arrival of Robin Jackman, with South African connections.
Former England cricketer and celebrated commentator Robin Jackman has been diagnosed with cancer and will undergo seven weeks of treatment.
Cricket commentators across the world will lend their voice to the upcoming edition of the Indian Premier League, which is scheduled to commence from April 4 in Chennai.
Cricket commentator Dean du Plessis gauges the on-field action with his ears: a bowler's grunt as he reaches the crease, the drag of feet across the pitch, or the crack of a bat slamming into a ball.