By Travis Seymour
Forty years after their historic victories in the Shell Shield first-class 4-day tournament and the Harrison Line 50 over cup tournaments, the members of Guyana’s 1983 cricket team reunited to honor their legendary skipper, Sir Clive Lloyd, at the Princess Ramada Hotel.
The team, led by Sir Clive Lloyd, achieved a remarkable feat by clinching both titles, which were considered the holy grail of domestic regional cricket at the time.
To commemorate their achievements, a bust in recognition of Lloyd’s leadership was unveiled during the ceremony.
Although three of the players have since passed away – Roy Frederick, Andrew Light, and Off-Spinner Clyde Butts – the remaining members gathered to reminisce about their triumphs and pay tribute to their captain.
Reflecting on the significance of the 1983 victories, Sir Clive Lloyd emphasized that the team was a true representation of Guyana’s cricketing talent.
Minister of Sport Charles Ramson Jr. praised Lloyd and the team for their contributions to West Indies cricket, acknowledging that their achievements would be remembered for generations to come.
The event marked the beginning of a series of activities planned to commemorate the reunion of the 1983 team.
The celebrations will culminate in a match honoring Clyde Butts at Everest Cricket Ground, where the team challenger will face off against the team champion, coached by Clive Lloyd himself.
The match is expected to feature notable players such as Minister Charles Ramson, Ramnaresh Sarwan, Shamar Joseph, Roger Harper, Leon Johnson, Christopher Barnwell, Tagenarine Chanderpaul, Steven Jacobs, and Matthew Nandu, among others.
Organized by Major General Norman Mclean, the former president of the Guyana Cricket Board during Guyana’s historic double victory, the event aims to celebrate the team’s achievements and the enduring legacy of Guyana’s cricketing history.