Specials – An all-time Trinidadian Test XI

Trinidad and Tobago observes its 59th Independence Day on 31st August. To mark the occasion in a cricketing context, here’s presenting an all-time Trinidadian Test XI, formed from among Trinidadian players who have represented the West Indies in men’s Test cricket. Jeffrey Stollmeyer (32 Tests from 1939 to 1954-55) Stollmeyer was a key part of […]

Specials – West Indian Test wins in England, Part 1

The much-awaited battle for the Wisden Trophy between England and the West Indies is underway with the first of three Tests at Southampton. Since their first tour back in 1928, the West Indies have played 86 Tests in England, winning 30 and losing 34. Through this five-part series, we look back at each of […]

Specials – Five classic cricket calypsos

Calypso music has always been an integral part of Caribbean cricket. The steel bands at cricket grounds in the West Indies, with their own distinctive charm, have lent a refreshing dimension to many a match played in the region. Not surprisingly, the history of West Indian cricket is replete with timeless calypsos dedicated to […]