In Memoriam: Remembering Bernard Julien, a West Indies Cricket Great

The cricketing world is saddened by the passing of Bernard Julien, a renowned cricketer from the West Indies. Julien, who was 75 years old, died recently. He played a vital role in the 1975 Cricket World Cup, helping the West Indies team secure victory in the inaugural tournament. Julien’s contributions were noteworthy throughout the World Cup. He showcased his bowling skills by taking 4 wickets for 20 runs in the group stage match against Sri Lanka. His performance in the semi-final against New Zealand was equally remarkable, with figures of 4 wickets for 27 runs. In the final against Australia, Julien’s 26 runs from 37 balls were essential in securing the championship for his team. Further details are awaited.