West Indies Cricket Mourns the Loss of All-Rounder Bernard Julien at 75

Bernard Julien, a former West Indies cricketer who was part of the team that won the first-ever World Cup in 1975, has passed away in Northern Trinidad at the age of 75.

Julien, known for his right-handed batting and energetic seam bowling, played in 24 Tests and 12 ODIs from 1973 to 1977. He scored two centuries and claimed 50 Test wickets. His performances were crucial in the 1975 World Cup, notably with four-wicket hauls against Sri Lanka and New Zealand, and an unbeaten 26 in the final against Australia at Lord’s.

Julien also had earlier success at Lord’s, scoring a match-winning 121 against England in a 1973 Test match, and taking a five-wicket haul there the following year. His international career was cut short in the early 1980s when he participated in the rebel tour to apartheid-era South Africa.

“As we honor Bernard Julien, we also recognize the importance of reflection and inclusion. This moment invites us to understand, rather than exclude, parts of our history,” said Dr. Kishore Shallow, the President of Cricket West Indies, in an official statement.

“To Bernard Julien’s family, friends, and loved ones, we offer our heartfelt condolences. His legacy of purpose and dedication will be remembered. Cricket West Indies shares in your grief and we hope Bernard was aware of the love and esteem the cricketing community held for him, and that he found peace knowing his contributions will be remembered.”