{"id":352855,"date":"2023-12-10T00:23:24","date_gmt":"2023-12-10T01:23:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sportinfo.pro\/?p=352855"},"modified":"2023-12-10T02:02:20","modified_gmt":"2023-12-10T02:02:20","slug":"west-indies-mourns-death-of-stalwart-cricket-figure","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sportinfo.pro\/?p=352855","title":{"rendered":"West Indies mourns death of 'stalwart' cricket figure"},"content":{"rendered":"

W\ufeffest Indies<\/a> cricket is mourning the death of former spinner Clyde Butts at just 66 years of age.<\/p>\n

Butts was an incredibly successful bowler on the domestic circuit in the Caribbean during the 80s, and made seven Test appearances<\/a> for the all-conquering West Indies team between 1985 and 1988. <\/p>\n

He retired in 1994 having picked up 348 first class wickets at an average of 24.19 in 87 matches, including 10 wickets in his seven Test appearances. <\/p>\n

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Following his retirement, Butts played a key administrative role in West Indies cricket, first with the Under-19 team and then as a selector who helped build the team that won the T20 World Cup <\/a>in 2012.\ufeff<\/p>\n

\"Clyde<\/p>\n

Butts' death was met with sadness by former West Indies teammate Carl Hooper.<\/p>\n

"\ufeffI am shocked and deeply saddened to hear of the passing of my dear friend Clyde Butts," Hooper wrote on Twitter.<\/p>\n

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"A true gentleman of the game and a wonderful man. Condolences to his family and friends. RIP Buttsy"<\/p>\n

Butts was remembered as a "stalwart figure" in a statement from West Indies cricket boss, Dr Kishore Shallow.\ufeff<\/p>\n

\"The<\/p>\n

"His legacy extended beyond the field, earning him recognition as a statesman and ambassador for the game in Guyana and the region," Dr Shallow said.<\/p>\n

"In retirement, his unwavering commitment to coaching reflected his dedication. He tirelessly invested hours, nurturing young talent and passionately fostering their development within the sport.<\/p>\n

"He served with distinction as team manager for the West Indies Under-19 team. <\/p>\n

"His exceptional leadership as chairman of selectors notably resulted in forming the triumphant team that won the 2012 ICC T20 World Cup, a victory that brought immense pride and glory to the people of the West Indies."\ufeff<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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