Joe Solomon.
The Cricket Hall of Fame, first in the world board and fraternity sends condolences to the families of
Joseph Solomon, former Guyana and West Indies player & Cricket Hall of famer, Class of 2018 Joseph Solomon was born on August 26, 1930, Port Mourant, Berbice, British Guiana (Guyana since 1966) passed away in USA at age of 93.
Joseph Solomon Left with Ajodhi Mahadeo at Cricket Hall of fame Induction Ceremony
Dashing batsman joe Solomon represented the West Indies in 27 Test matches from 1958 to 1965, scoring 1,326 runs. Cricket fraternity will remember his historical / memorable play, When he pick-up and throw to run out Ian Meckiff to tie the test against Australia during 1960 at Gabba, Perth.
From Left Brian Mahdeo with Joseph “Joe” Solomon in middle & Ajodhi Mahadeo on right at the 2023 Cricket Hall of fame Induction Ceremony
Joe Solomon renown as one of the heroes of West Indies cricket for his dedication to the game as well as his contributions to west indies cricket development with commitment as he mentored numerous players.
From left Sir Clive Lloyd with Joe Solomon in center & Deryck Murray on right at the 2019 November Atlantis Cricket Club function
West Indies lost true and greatest servant of the game.