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ST JOHN’S, Antigua (CMC):
Chief Executive Officer of Cricket West Indies (CWI) Chris Dehring has expressed his condolences on the passing of former West Indies and Guyana cricketer Milton Pydanna.
Pydanna, a wicketkeeper-batsman who played three One-Day Internationals for the West Indies, passed away last Tuesday at the age of 75.
In a statement released by CWI yesterday, Dehring said while Pydanna was not popular, he was “a testament to dedication, humility, and love for the game”.
“It is with a heavy heart that we at Cricket West Indies mourn the passing of Milton Pydanna — a humble servant of the game, a proud Guyanese, and a cherished member of our cricketing family.
“Milton’s story is one of quiet strength and untiring perseverance. In an era dominated by some of the greatest cricketers our region has ever known, Milton stood with dignity and determination, always prepared to answer the call for West Indies,” the statement read.
“Though his time in the maroon may have been brief, his impact was far deeper — a symbol of the countless men and women who give their all for the game, often without the spotlight they so richly deserve.”
Dehring described Pydanna’s commitment to West Indies cricket and Guyana as “unwavering”.
“Behind the stumps, he was sharp and reliable, seizing every opportunity with grace — whether claiming the wicket of a giant like Javed Miandad or guiding his teammates with calm assurance.
“At the domestic level, his commitment to Guyana and Berbice was unwavering, and in later years, as a coach in the United States, Milton continued to give back, nurturing young talent and spreading the spirit of West Indies cricket far beyond our shores,” the statement further added.
“Milton Pydanna may not have been a household name, but he was a hero in his own right — a testament to dedication, humility, and love for the game. His journey reminds us that greatness is not only measured in records, but in heart, sacrifice, and service.”
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