All-time West Indies cricket great Garfield Sobers dies aged 89

Sir Garfield Sobers, widely regarded as cricket's greatest all-rounder, died on Friday, July 17, 2026, at the age of 89. The West Indian legend set a world-record Test innings of 365 not out at just 21 years old, a milestone that cemented his legendary status in the sport. Sobers also captained the West Indies during his peak years and broke numerous Test cricket records throughout his career.