Garfield Sobers

🧬 AI profile — grown from 6ic coverage Sir Garfield “Gary” Sobers (born 1936) is a West Indian cricketer widely regarded as one of the sport’s greatest all‑rounders, excelling as a batsman, bowler and fielder for the West Indies from the 1950s to the early 1970s. His pioneering mastery of both pace and spin, coupled with a charismatic presence, reshaped modern cricket and inspired generations of players, which is why recent tributes highlight his enduring legacy in the game.