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🏏Did You Know? – West Indies Legends You Might Have Forgotten

Posted on September 11, 2025September 14, 2025 by Harold Gittens

Did You Know? – West Indies Legends You Might Have Forgotten Cricket in the Caribbean has always been rich with larger-than-life characters, match-winners, and pioneers who shaped the game in…

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🏏Let’s Go Down Memory Lane: The 1960 Tied Test at the Gabba in Brisbane Australia

Posted on September 11, 2025September 29, 2025 by Harold Gittens

The first test between Australia and the West Indies in the series was play at the Gabba in Brisbane. The year was 1960, quite a long time ago. I was…

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🏏The Three Primary Causes of Stress and Depression in Today’s Society—and How to Cope

Posted on September 10, 2025September 25, 2025 by Harold Gittens

Stress and depression are no longer rare conditions affecting a few—they have become almost universal experiences. In today’s fast-moving, pressure-filled world, millions of people struggle to balance responsibilities, expectations, and…

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🏏Left-Handed Opening Batsmen in the Caribbean: Are They More Impactful Than the Right-Handed Openers?

Posted on September 9, 2025September 26, 2025 by Harold Gittens

In cricket, the battle between left-handers and right-handers has always fascinated fans. The Caribbean has produced a proud legacy of openers who set the tone for some of the most…

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🏏Unsung Heroes of Caribbean Cricket – Part 2

Posted on September 9, 2025September 26, 2025 by Harold Gittens

The West Indies cricket legacy isn’t built only on the famous names like Sobers, Richards, Lara, and Holding. Behind the legends stand dozens of cricketers who carried the flag with…

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What Some of the Best Bowlers in the Game say About Great Batsmen

Posted on September 8, 2025September 14, 2025 by Harold Gittens

Great bowlers often have a deep respect for great batsmen, recognizing their skill, temperament, and the challenges they present on the field. Here are some insights from famous bowlers on…

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🏏 Unsung Heroes of Caribbean Cricket – Part 1

Posted on September 7, 2025September 7, 2025 by Harold Gittens

The Pioneers of the Smaller Islands When we celebrate the glorious history of West Indies cricket, names like Richards, Lloyd, Holding, and Lara often dominate the conversation. But beneath the…

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🏏Tanti Merle at de Oval: A Legendary Caribbean Cricket Tale

Posted on September 7, 2025September 25, 2025 by Harold Gittens

Cricket in the Caribbean isn’t just a sport; it’s a celebration of life, culture, and community. One of the most iconic stories that encapsulate this spirit is Paul Keens-Douglas’s humorous…

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🌍Caribbean Cricket: More Than a Game – It’s a Celebration

Posted on September 5, 2025September 7, 2025 by Harold Gittens

When most people think of cricket, they picture quiet concentration, tense strategy, and long hours on the pitch. But in the Caribbean, cricket is anything but ordinary. It’s a vibrant…

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🌍 Major T20 Cricket Formats Around the World

Posted on September 3, 2025September 7, 2025 by Harold Gittens

đź’° How T20 Formats Benefit Players 1. Financial Rewards 2. Professional Development 3. Career Security & Longevity 4. Global Recognition 5. Flexibility & Freedom ⚖️ Balanced Perspective âś… In Summary:T20…

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I am a Sales Executive and Life Coach by profession, but at heart, I have always been a student and admirer of cricket. This game has given us unforgettable memories, uniting people across cultures, generations, and nations. Over the years, cricket has evolved—new formats have emerged, new heroes have risen—but at its core, it remains the game we love.

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