Legends Clyde Butts and Joe Solomon have passed away, as announced with sadness by Cricket West Indies.
Posts on Twitter on Friday night verified both of their deaths.
The first said, “Tragic news from Guyana.” This evening saw the passing of Clyde Butts, a former West Indies off-spinner and captain of Guyana, as well as the former Chairman of Selectors for the West Indies.
We extend our deepest sympathies to his loved ones, family, and friends. I hope he finds peace.
An hour later, there was another tweet with the subject line “more sad news.” Today was Joe Solomon’s death. He was a former batter for West Indies and Guyana.
‘He was famous for the run out which led to the famous tied Test in 1960 at the Gabba.
‘We extend sincere condolences to his family, friends and loved ones. May he Rest in Peace.’
Solomon played 27 Test matches for the West Indies from 1958 to 1965, scoring 1,326 runs, mainly from No 6 and 7 in the batting line-up.
Butts played seven Test matches for the West Indies between 1985 and 1988, taking 10 wickets.
Solomon played 27 Test matches for the West Indies from 1958 to 1965, scoring 1,326 runs, mainly from No 6 and 7 in the batting line-up.
Butts played seven Test matches for the West Indies between 1985 and 1988, taking 10 wickets.