West Indies Cricket Mourns the Loss of 1975 World Cup Hero Bernard Julien

Bernard Julien, a former West Indian all-rounder and a member of the victorious 1975 World Cup team, has passed away at 75 in Northern Trinidad.

Julien, known for his left-arm seam bowling and right-handed batting, played in 24 Test matches for the West Indies, amassing 866 runs with an average of 30.92 and claiming 50 wickets at 37.36. In One Day Internationals, he took 18 wickets with an average of 25.72.

The West Indies Cricket Board expressed their condolences, stating, “To the family, friends, and loved ones of Bernard Julien, we extend our deepest condolences. His passing reminds us that a life devoted to purpose never truly leaves us… we hope Bernard knew he was valued and loved by the cricketing family he helped to shape.”

Julien made significant contributions in the first ODI World Cup, taking four wickets against Sri Lanka in the group stage and New Zealand in the semifinals. In the final against Australia, he contributed a crucial 37-ball 26 in the first innings, aiding in West Indies’ 17-run victory.

From 1970 to 1977, Julien also played for Kent, participating in 179 matches, taking 336 wickets, and scoring 3,296 runs, winning seven trophies during his time with the club.

His cricketing career came to an abrupt end in 1982 when he received a lifetime ban for joining the Rebel Tour to South Africa.

Published on Oct 07, 2025