Sir Vivian Richards, born on March 7, 1952, in Antigua, is a cricket legend from the West Indies. Revered for his explosive batting style, Richards dominated international cricket during the 1970s and 1980s. Nicknamed the "Master Blaster," he played a pivotal role in the West Indies' era of cricketing dominance. Richards' powerful and aggressive batting made him a cricket icon, achieving numerous records and accolades. Beyond the field, he later became a respected cricket commentator and mentor. Knighted for his contributions, Sir Vivian Richards remains an enduring symbol of West Indian cricketing excellence and a beloved figure in the cricketing world.

Here are some of his career achievements:

• Sir Vivian Richards never wore a helmet. This was his trademark of batting down the pitch.
• He is popularly known as the "KING OF SIXES".
• He is considered as the third best batsman of all times, after Sachin Tendulkar and Sir Don Bradman.
• He was indeed popular among people during his active years and continues to do so even today. The 8000+ runs which he has scored in Test matches show his credibility.
• One of the most iconic innings was when he scored 100 runs up the scoreboard in just 56 balls against England in 1986.
• He had a jaw-dropping strike rate of 97 runs per 100 balls.