The cricketing world is in mourning as former West Indies all-rounder Bernard Julien, a member of the historic 1975 World Cup-winning team, passed away on October 5, 2025, at the age of 75 in Valsen, North Trinidad. Julien’s contributions to West Indies cricket, both with bat and ball, left a lasting legacy that will be remembered by fans and fellow cricketers alike.
Bernard Julien: Cricket Career Highlights and Stats
Bernard Julien represented the West Indies in 24 Test matches and 12 One-Day Internationals (ODIs). A talented left-arm medium-fast bowler and a dependable batsman, he took 68 international wickets and scored 952 runs, including two centuries in his career. His calm temperament and strategic approach made him a valued player on every team he represented.
Julien’s international cricket career also included stints with Kent County Cricket Club (1970–1977) in England, where he showcased his skills in county cricket before returning to the international arena.
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1975 World Cup Stats
Julien was one of the key figures in the West Indies squad that won the first-ever Men’s Cricket World Cup in 1975, led by captain Clive Lloyd. His remarkable performances during the tournament were instrumental in securing the championship:
- Group Stage vs. Sri Lanka: 4 wickets for 20 runs
- Semi-Final vs. New Zealand: 4 wickets for 27 runs
- Final vs. Australia at Lord’s: 2 wickets and an unbeaten 26 runs
These contributions helped West Indies lift the trophy and cemented Julien’s place in cricketing history.
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Challenges and the 1982–83 Controversy
Julien’s international career ended abruptly when he participated in the 1982–83 South Africa tour, during the era of apartheid. At that time, South Africa faced a global sports boycott due to racial segregation policies. The West Indies players who joined the rebel tour were initially banned for life by the West Indies Cricket Board (WICB) and ICC, effectively ending their international careers. This decision highlighted the political and ethical complexities that affected cricket during that period.
