The Master Blaster — considered by many the greatest attacking batsman of all time with a Test average of 50.23 in an era without helmets.
Sir Viv Richards played without a helmet — a statement of defiance against the West Indies' own fearsome fast bowling attack. His Test average of 50.23 was achieved against the best fast bowlers in history with a fearless, attacking style that set him apart from all contemporaries. He was the dominant figure in what many consider the greatest era of West Indies cricket.
He holds the record for the fastest century in Test cricket history — 56 balls against England in 1986.
Did You Know?Career Honours
- World Cup 1975, 1979
- Wisden Cricketer of the Year