Nationality: West Indies
Position: Opening Batter
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Right Arm Medium
Date of Birth: 1970-11-01 Age: 54
Sherwin Legay Campbell is a former West Indian cricketer, known for his fiery batting style and aggressive approach to the game.
Born on August 10, 1971, in Kingston, Jamaica, Campbell made a name for himself as an opening batsman during his career, which spanned from 1994 to 2003.
Campbell's career began when he made his Test debut against Australia at Melbourne in 1994.
Although he failed to make a significant impact in his first few matches, it was clear that he possessed immense talent and natural ability.
He soon earned a reputation for being a swashbuckling chancer at the crease, capable of scoring runs quickly and putting the opposition under immense pressure.
One of Campbell's most memorable innings came in the infamous Lord's Test of 2000, where he showcased his aggressive batting skills.
In a low-scoring encounter, Campbell's knock of 82 proved to be the highest individual score of the match, a testament to his ability to excel even in challenging conditions.
However, this innings also highlighted his tendency to take risks, as he was just as likely to perish by playing extravagant shots.
Although Campbell had his fair share of successes, he also experienced periods of inconsistency and poor form.
The New Zealand tour in 1999-00 was an example of this, where he recorded a string of low scores, including two ducks that were punctuated by a brilliant century.
This erratic performance encapsulated the mercurial nature of Campbell's batting, which often drew both praise and criticism.
Unfortunately, Campbell's international career came to an abrupt end after the West Indies' disastrous tour of Australia in 2000-01.
Despite possessing immense talent and potential, he was dropped from the team and struggled to make a comeback.
This marked the end of his international career, leaving behind a sense of unfulfilled promise and what-ifs.
Despite his international struggles, Campbell continued to play domestic cricket for Jamaica.
He remained a crucial part of the Jamaican team, contributing with both the bat and occasional off-spin bowling.
In 2003, he announced his retirement from all forms of cricket, bringing an end to a career that was filled with exhilarating highs and frustrating lows.
Sherwin Campbell's aggressive batting style and ability to dominate bowling attacks made him an exciting player to watch.
While his international career may have been marred by inconsistency and missed opportunities, his influence on West Indian cricket cannot be undermined.
His ability to take the game to the opposition, coupled with his natural talent, made him a formidable force during his prime.
Though no longer actively involved in the game, Campbell's legacy lives on through the memories of his swashbuckling innings.
Cricket enthusiasts continue to appreciate his breathtaking strokeplay and his fearless approach towards the game.
Sherwin Campbell's contribution to West Indian cricket, while not always consistent, will forever be remembered as an embodiment of the spirit of the Caribbean cricketing tradition.
Batting Stats
Format | Mat | Inns | NO | Runs | HS | Ave | BF | SR | 100s | 50s | 6s | 4s |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
T20Is | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | - | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
T20s | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | 0 | - | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
ODIs | 90 | 87 | 0 | 2283 | 105 | 26.24 | 3853 | 59.25 | 2 | 14 | 7 | 207 |
Tests | 52 | 93 | 4 | 2882 | 208 | 30.99 | 7159 | 40.26 | 4 | 18 | 9 | 373 |
FC | 177 | 316 | 22 | 10873 | 0 | 34.41 | 0 | - | 26 | 55 | 0 | 0 |
List A | 175 | 171 | 4 | 4403 | 105 | 25.75 | 0 | - | 3 | 27 | 0 | 0 |
Bowling Stats
Format | Mat | Inns | Wkts | Runs | Overs | Ave | Econ | Wide | NoBall | 4w | 5w | 10w |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
T20Is | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
T20s | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
ODIs | 90 | 8 | 8 | 170 | 32.7 | 21.25 | 5.20 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Tests | 52 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | - | - | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
FC | 177 | 0 | 2 | 176 | 55.2 | 88.00 | 3.19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
List A | 175 | 0 | 9 | 271 | 52.5 | 30.11 | 5.16 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Last updated: 2024-12-01 12:12:30