The Right Excellent Sir Garfield Sobers, our Sir Garry — Barbados

Saint Michael, Barbados: Sir Garry Sobers, who died 17 July 2026 aged 89, was an undisputed cricketing great and is widely regarded as the sport's greatest all-rounder.

Mia Amor Mottley, Barbados Prime Minister. (Note: To enlarge the video view, use the pinch gesture or tap the blue circle on the video player.)

It is with profound sadness that I join Barbados, the Caribbean, and the cricketing world in mourning the passing of The Right Excellent Sir Garfield Sobers, our Sir Garry.

From Bay Land to Kensington and onto the world stage, he carried Barbados and the West Indies with distinction. He made us all stand a little taller as Barbadians, and I will always be grateful for what he gave to our country and our people.

I extend my deepest condolences to his family and all who loved him.

Today has been declared a Day of National Mourning. Flags will be flown at half-mast, no official functions will take place, and details of the State Funeral will be announced.

Barbados stands. The West Indies stand. The world stands.

Well played, Sir Garry. Well played