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Not Just a Nightwatchman: The Extraordinary Life and Legacy of Frank Worrell

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NOT JUST A NIGHTWATCHMAN: My Innings in the BCCI

by Vinod Rai

4.4 out of 5

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Frank Worrell was one of the most influential cricketers of the 20th century. As captain of the West Indies cricket team, he led them to their first Test series victory over England in 1950. He was also a gifted all-rounder, scoring over 5,000 runs and taking over 300 wickets in his Test career.

But Worrell was more than just a cricketer. He was also a successful diplomat and cricket administrator. After retiring from playing, he served as the West Indies cricket team's manager and as the president of the International Cricket Council. He was also a vocal advocate for racial equality in cricket.

Not Just a Nightwatchman is a comprehensive and insightful biography of this remarkable man. Written by acclaimed sports journalist and historian John Ridgwell, the book delves into Worrell's life and career, from his humble beginnings in Barbados to his rise to the captaincy of the West Indies cricket team and his subsequent role as a diplomat and cricket administrator.

This engaging and well-written book is a must-read for anyone interested in cricket history or the life of this remarkable man.

Early Life and Career

Frank Worrell was born in Barbados in 1924. He grew up in a poor family, but he had a natural talent for cricket. He began playing cricket at a young age, and he quickly rose through the ranks.

In 1944, Worrell made his debut for the Barbados cricket team. He quickly became one of the team's leading players, and he was soon selected to play for the West Indies cricket team.

Worrell made his Test debut for the West Indies in 1948. He quickly established himself as one of the team's leading batsmen. He was also a useful bowler, and he could take wickets with both his right-arm fast bowling and his left-arm spin bowling.

Captaincy of the West Indies Cricket Team

In 1950, Worrell was appointed as the captain of the West Indies cricket team. He was the first black cricketer to be appointed as captain of the team.

Worrell's captaincy was a success. He led the team to their first Test series victory over England in 1950. He also led the team to victory in the inaugural World Cup in 1957.

Worrell was a popular and respected captain. He was known for his calm demeanor and his ability to get the best out of his players.

Retirement and Later Career

Worrell retired from playing cricket in 1963. He had played 51 Tests for the West Indies, scoring over 5,000 runs and taking over 300 wickets.

After retiring from playing, Worrell served as the West Indies cricket team's manager and as the president of the International Cricket Council. He was also a vocal advocate for racial equality in cricket.

Worrell died in 1967 at the age of 42. He is remembered as one of the greatest cricketers of all time and as a pioneer for racial equality in the sport.

Legacy

Frank Worrell's legacy is immense. He was one of the greatest cricketers of his generation, and he was also a successful diplomat and cricket administrator. He was a pioneer for racial equality in cricket, and he is still remembered as one of the most influential cricketers of all time.

This engaging and well-written book is a must-read for anyone interested in cricket history or the life of this remarkable man.

NOT JUST A NIGHTWATCHMAN: My Innings in the BCCI

by Vinod Rai

4.4 out of 5