Andy Roberts

Sir Andy Roberts (born 29 December 1951) is a former West Indian cricketer who played in Tests from 1974 to 1983 and One Day Internationals (ODIs) from 1973 to 1981. A right-arm fast bowler, he was one of the most feared fast bowlers of his era, and was noted for his express pace, accuracy, and ability to swing the ball both ways. He was also a useful lower-order batsman, averaging 22.07 in Tests and 14.54 in ODIs.

Roberts was born in Antigua and Barbuda, and made his first-class debut for the Leeward Islands in 1971. He quickly established himself as one of the best fast bowlers in the Caribbean, and was selected for the West Indies team for their tour of England in 1973. He made his Test debut in the first Test at Lord's, and took 5/44 in the second innings to help the West Indies to a victory by an innings and 226 runs.

Roberts was a key member of the West Indies team that dominated world cricket in the 1970s and early 1980s. He played in 47 Tests, taking 202 wickets at an average of 25.41. He also played in 56 ODIs, taking 87 wickets at an average of 18.82. He was named Wisden Cricketer of the Year in 1976, and was inducted into the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame in 2009.

After retiring from playing, Roberts worked as a coach and commentator. He has also been involved in the administration of cricket, and served as president of the West Indies Cricket Board from 2006 to 2008.

Roberts is widely regarded as one of the greatest fast bowlers of all time. He was a fearsome competitor, and his ability to swing the ball both ways made him a nightmare for batsmen. He was also a role model for young cricketers in the Caribbean, and helped to inspire a generation of fast bowlers.