ST JOHN’S, Antigua, CMC – Former West Indies captain Sir Richie Richardson was lauded for his contribution to West Indies cricket during the recent launch of the biography, “Richie Richardson: The Man and the Legacy.”
The biography, written by Pro Vice-Chancellor and Principal of UWI Mona Campus, Professor Densil Williams, celebrates the life and remarkable cricket career of Sir Richie and offers a detailed account of his influential career, highlighting his calm and dignified leadership both on and off the field.
At the official launch held at Casa Palmadita in Fitches Creek, Governor General of Antigua and Barbuda, Sir Rodney Williams praised both Sir Richie for his immense contributions to West Indies cricket and Professor Williams for his academic excellence and literary accomplishment in capturing Sir Richie’s legacy.
During the proceedings, Sir Rodney also received a copy of the book from Professor Williams.
Also in attendance at the ceremony was Daryll Matthew, Minister of Education, Sports, and Creative Industries, along with other distinguished guests.
The event marked a celebration of two outstanding Caribbean figures: Sir Richie, whose cricketing career inspired millions, and Professor Williams, whose scholarship immortalizes that legacy for future generations.