The Unstoppable Sobers: A Legacy That Transcends Borders The passing of Garfield Sobers at 89 has left an indelible mark on the world of cricket.
His impact extends far beyond the sport itself, however, as he redefined what is possible with bat and ball, leaving behind a trail of records that stood for decades.
Sobers' remarkable story began in poverty stricken Barbados, where he learned to play the game on the beach using makeshift bats and balls fashioned from tar and palm leaves.