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India Gazette
02-07-2025
- Sport
- India Gazette
India, England players wear black armbands to pay tribute to Wayne Larkins
Birmingham [UK], July 2 (ANI): Indian and England players were wearing a black armband before the start of play on Day 1 of the second Test in Birmingham on Wednesday to pay tribute to former England batter Wayne Larkins, who passed away on June 28 at the age of 71. 'Both teams are wearing black armbands to pay their respects to Wayne Larkins - the former England Cricketer, who has sadly passed away. There was a moment's applause before the start of play on Day 1 of the second Test in Birmingham,' said BCCI. Between 1979 and 1991, Larkins, well known as 'Ned', participated in 13 Tests and 25 One Day Internationals. His second appearance for England was at the 1979 World Cup final, where he batted at No. 7 and bowled two overs. However, his greatest moment came when he scored the winning runs at Sabina Park, giving England a surprise 1-0 lead on the 1989-90 tour of the West Indies. That was Larkins' seventh Test, coming more than eight years after his sixth. He might have played more in between had he not been banned for three years for involvement in the 1982 rebel tour of South Africa. Larkins played for Northamptonshire for the majority of his career, amassing over 700 games for the team, and was well-known for both his strokeplay and his vibrant demeanour off the field. After that, he relocated to Durham, where he eventually retired after a career that saw him score 40,000 runs and 85 centuries. Larkins passed 1,000 first-class runs in every season between 1978 and 1985, and his magnificent purple patch in 1983 - hitting 236 against Derbyshire at Derby and 252 off Glamorgan's attack at Swansea in the space of seven weeks - might well have earned a Test recall, had he not been banned at the time for joining the unofficial tour to South Africa in 1982. Going into the second Test at Birmingham, India is trailing 0-1. During the last game, India failed to defend a 371-run target on the last day of the Leeds Test, despite having four fast bowling options in Jasprit Bumrah, Prasidh Krishna, Shardul Thakur, and Mohammed Siraj, and only one spinner, Ravindra Jadeja. (ANI)
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First Post
02-07-2025
- Sport
- First Post
Who was Wayne Larkins, the ex-England cricketer mourned by India and England players at Edgbaston
India and England players paid tribute to former cricketer Wayne Larkins during the 2nd Test at Edgbaston. Both teams wore black armbands to honour his memory. Larkins passed away on 28 June. read more England and India players paid tribute to Wayne Larkins ahead of the 2nd Test at Edgbaston. Image: AFP India and England players paid tribute to former England cricketer Wayne Larkins on Wednesday during the . Both teams were seen wearing black armbands as a mark of respect after Larkins passed away late last month. A moment's silence was observed before the start of play to honour his memory. Who was Wayne Larkins? Wayne Larkins was an explosive opening batter who played for England between 1979 and 1991. He featured in 13 Test matches and 25 One-Day Internationals (ODIs), scoring over 1,000 international runs combined. While his international career had its ups and downs, he was a consistent performer in county cricket. Larkins played most of his domestic career for Northamptonshire, also representing Durham and Bedfordshire. He scored more than 27,000 runs in first-class cricket, including 59 centuries. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Also Read: 'Gambhir era not holding back': India head coach slammed for dropping Sai Sudharsan after his debut match He was known for his attacking stroke play and was picked in the England team to open the innings with Graham Gooch in overseas tours of Australia and the West Indies. Apart from cricket, Larkins was also a semi-professional footballer, showing his all-round sporting talent. 'Ned loved everyone he met, and everyone loved him. People were drawn to his infectious energy. He lit up every room and never wanted the party to finish. He loved his soul mate of a wife and his precious daughters so much. He will be partying up in the sky, drinking a toast to everyone and to his own life. We are devastated, but we'll never forget his undeniably unique presence and his impact on our lives,' Larkins' wife Debbie said on Northamptonshire's website. Also Read: 'No ifs and buts. He should have played': Shastri blasts Gill-Gambhir for resting Bumrah in must-win game
NDTV
02-07-2025
- Sport
- NDTV
Why Are India And England Wearing Black Armbands In 2nd Test At Edgbaston? Reason Is...
India and England observed a minute's applause at the start of the second Test at Edgbaston. Both teams and the crowd stood up and clapped, in memory of former England batter Wayne Larkins, who passed away on June 28 at the age of 71. The two teams also wre black armbands in his honour on Day 1 of the second Test. A veteran of 13 Tests and 25 ODIs, Larkins was a part of the England squad that finished runners-up in the 1979 Cricket World Cup. He had passed away after a short illness between the first and the second Test. Former England and Northamptonshire batsman Wayne Larkins has died after a short illness, aged 71, according to a report on the Northamptonshire website. The batsman passed away on June 28. Between 1979 and 1991, Larkins, well known as "Ned", participated in 13 Tests and 25 One Day Internationals. His second appearance for England was at the 1979 World Cup final, where he batted at No. 7 and bowled two overs. However, his greatest moment came when he scored the winning runs at Sabina Park, giving England a surprise 1-0 lead on the 1989-90 tour of the West Indies. That was Larkins' seventh Test, coming more than eight years after his sixth. He might have played more in between had he not been banned for three years for involvement on the 1982 rebel tour of South Africa. Larkins played for Northamptonshire for the majority of his career, amassing over 700 games for the team, and was well-known for both his strokeplay and his vibrant demeanour off the field. After that, he relocated to Durham, where he eventually retired after a career that saw him score 40,000 runs and 85 centuries. Larkins passed 1,000 first-class runs in every season between 1978 and 1985, and his magnificent purple patch in 1983 - hitting 236 against Derbyshire at Derby and 252 off Glamorgan's attack at Swansea in the space of seven weeks - might well have earned a Test recall, had he not been banned at the time for joining the unofficial tour to South Africa in 1982.
India.com
02-07-2025
- Sport
- India.com
IND Vs ENG 2nd Test: Why Are Players Wearing Black Armbands At Edgbaston? Check Here
IND vs ENG 2nd Test: The ongoing second Test between India and England at Edgbaston began on a solemn note as players from both sides wore black armbands on Day 1 to pay their respects to former England cricketer Wayne Larkins, who passed away earlier this week. Larkins, fondly known as 'Ned,' represented England in 13 Tests and 25 ODIs between 1979 and 1991. Larkins etched his name in English cricket history when he hit the winning runs in the memorable 1990 Test victory over the West Indies at Sabina Park, Jamaica. His international career spanned over a decade, debuting in an ODI against New Zealand on June 20, 1979, and playing his final game in 1991. Earlier Armbands: Tributes in First Test This isn't the first time black armbands have been worn during the series. In the first Test at Headingley (June 20–24), players wore them on Day 1, Day 3, and Day 5 to commemorate separate tragic events and individuals. Day 1: In memory of victims of a tragic passenger plane crash in Ahmedabad. Day 3: As a mark of respect for former England fast bowler David Lawrence. Day 5: To honour former Indian left-arm spinner Dilip Doshi. The gestures reflect the series' ongoing efforts to pay tribute to the legacy and lives associated with the sport. IND vs ENG 2nd Test: England Won The Toss Opted To Bowl First The second Test got underway on July 2 at Birmingham's Edgbaston Stadium with England captain Ben Stokes winning the toss and choosing to bowl first. England retained the same playing XI that clinched the first Test in Leeds by five wickets. India, on the other hand, made three significant changes: - Jasprit Bumrah (rested for workload management), - B Sai Sudharsan, and - Shardul Thakur were replaced by - Akash Deep, Washington Sundar, and Nitish Kumar Reddy. Bumrah, the world's top-ranked Test bowler and India's standout performer in the Leeds Test, will return for the third match at Lord's. The five-match Test series stands at 1-0 in England's favour following their victory at Headingley. The third Test is scheduled to be played at Lord's, London, from July 10 to 14, where both teams will aim to shift the series momentum in their favour.
Time of India
02-07-2025
- Sport
- Time of India
IND vs ENG 2nd Test: Who was Wayne Larkins? India, England wear black armbands in tribute
Players from both England and India sported black armbands at the start of the second Test at Edgbaston NEW DELHI: Players from both England and India sported black armbands at the start of the second Test at Edgbaston, Birmingham, in tribute to former England cricketer Wayne Larkins , who passed away on June 28. England captain Ben Stokes won the toss and chose to field. The hosts lead the five-match series 1-0, having clinched the opening Test with a five-wicket win at Headingley. Larkins, who also represented Northamptonshire and Durham in domestic cricket, played 13 Tests and 25 ODIs for England between 1979 and 1991. He made his second appearance in the 1979 World Cup final, where he batted at No. 7 and bowled two overs. Late selection meeting between Gautam Gambhir, Shubman Gill and Ajit Agarkar near pitch? Go Beyond The Boundary with our YouTube channel. SUBSCRIBE NOW! One of his most memorable moments came during England's 1989-90 tour of the West Indies, when he struck the winning runs at Sabina Park to hand his side a surprise 1-0 series lead — in just his seventh Test, more than eight years after his sixth. Poll Should cricketing legends like Wayne Larkins be honored with more tributes? Yes, they deserve recognition No, it's enough already His international career was curtailed after he received a three-year ban for participating in the unofficial 1982 rebel tour of South Africa. Larkins spent the bulk of his domestic career with Northamptonshire, playing over 700 matches. He later moved to Durham before retiring, having amassed over 40,000 runs and 85 centuries across formats. Known for his elegant strokeplay and charismatic personality, Larkins left an indelible mark on English cricket. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Our one of a kind Patented Cold Water Extraction Process Superior Ginseng Undo His wife, Debbie, paid an emotional tribute on the Northamptonshire website: "Ned loved everyone he met, and everyone loved him. People were drawn to his infectious energy. He lit up every room and never wanted the party to finish." "He loved his soul mate of a wife and his precious daughters so much. He will be partying up in the sky, drinking a toast to everyone and to his own life. We are devastated, but we'll never forget his undeniably unique presence and his impact on our lives," she added. Between 1978 and 1985, Larkins enjoyed a prolific run, scoring over 1,000 first-class runs in each season. In 1983, he hit a rich vein of form, hammering 236 against Derbyshire and 252 against Glamorgan within seven weeks — feats that might have earned him an England recall, if not for the ban. Game On Season 1 continues with Mirabai Chanu's inspiring story. Watch Episode 2 here.
