Cricket West Indies has hailed the late Bruce Pairaudeau as “one of many pioneers of the sport” following the previous batsman’s dying at 91 earlier this week.
Pairaudeau, who performed for Guyana and West Indies, handed away in New Zealand the place he lived for the reason that late Nineteen Fifties.
“Bruce Pairaudeau was one of many pioneers of the sport in Guyana and the West Indies who performed a major function in paving the best way for others to observe, and for this he’ll all the time be remembered,” mentioned CWI president Ricky Skerritt.
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“He was a extremely regarded batsman who made an instantaneous impression on the world stage with a top-class century on debut.
“After he moved to New Zealand, he by no means misplaced contact with West Indies cricket and would all the time go to the group each time they toured to supply his assist and encouragement.
“CWI hereby extends our deepest condolences to his household and lots of associates.”
Pairaudeau, trendy middle-order batsman, managed 454 runs from 13 Assessments at a median of 21. Nonetheless, he was ok to hit 100 on debut in 1953 in opposition to India in Port of Spain – 115 in a high-scoring draw.
He additionally featured in a 219-run stand for the fifth wicket with the late Sir Everton Weekes (207).
Pairaudeau made his first-class debut for then British Guiana at age 15 and turned out in 89 matches, gathering 4930 runs with 11 centuries.
He additionally performed extensively for Northern Districts in New Zealand, main them to the Plunket Protect title.
Regional gamers union WIPA additionally paid tribute to Pairaudeau in a brief assertion.
“Condolences to the household, associates, and colleagues of Bruce Pairaudeau. Could his soul relaxation in peace,” mentioned WIPA president and CEO, Wavell Hinds.
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