Former West Indian all-rounder Bernard Julien, who was part of the World Cup-winning team in 1975, passed away in Northern Trinidad on Monday at the age of 75.
Julien, a left-arm seamer and a right-handed batter, made 24 Test appearances for West Indies, scoring 866 runs at an average of 30.92, while taking 50 wickets at 37.36. In ODIs, he claimed 18 wickets at 25.72.
“To the family, friends, and loved ones of Bernard Julien, we extend our deepest condolences. His passing reminds us that a life devoted to purpose never truly leaves us… we hope Bernard knew he was valued and loved by the cricketing family he helped to shape,” said the West Indies Cricket Board in a statement.
Julien played a prominent hand in the inaugural ODI World Cup, claiming four-wicket hauls against Sri Lanka in the group stage and New Zealand in the semifinal. In the final, against Australia, he scored a vital 36-ball 27 in the first innings, setting up West Indies’ 17-run win.
Bernard Julien during an interview for The Sportstar in Port of Spain in 2002.
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Bernard Julien during an interview for The Sportstar in Port of Spain in 2002.
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KRISHNAN VV/The Sportstar
Julien also made 179 appearances for Kent from 1970 to 1977, taking 336 wickets and scoring 3,296 runs, winning seven trophies in his seven years at the club
Julien’s cricketing career ended abruptly in 1982 after he received a life ban for signing up for the Rebel Tour to South Africa.
Published on Oct 07, 2025
