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Tributes pour in for cricket great Sobers after death at 89

July 17 : Tributes poured in on Friday following the death of Garry Sobers, widely regarded as one of the greatest all-rounders in cricket, at the age of 89.Sobers represented the West Indies in 93 tests between 1954 and 1974, earning a reputation for his aggressive batting, versatility with both pace and spin bowling, and outstanding fielding."A great innings has come to an end. In our hearts, now and forever, Sir Garfield Sobers," Cricket West Indies wrote.Cricket West Indies President Dr. The Hon. Kishore Shallow also expressed his condolences. "Sir Garfield Sobers has completed his final innings, but his legacy will forever endure in the hearts of our region, and the story of the cricketing world," he wrote in a statement shared by Cricket West Indies."On behalf of Cricket West Indies,
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