Before the Australia tour, sad news came out for West Indies. Clyde Butts, the team’s former off-spinner and the team’s chairman of selectors died in a car accident. His age was 66 years. Clyde Butts played his last international match against India.

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Clyde Butts passes away

Former Guyana captain and West Indies off-spinner died in a car accident on Friday. Butts made his Test debut in 1985 and played his last match against India in 1988. He took 10 wickets in 7 matches.

West Indies paid tribute to Clyde Butts while expressing their condolences on social media

West Indies paid tribute to Clyde Butts while expressing their condolences on their social media. He wrote, “Sad news, former Guyana and West Indies batsman Joe Solomon passed away today. He was famous for the runout that led to the famous Test tie at the Gabba in 1960. We express our sincere condolences to his family, friends, and loved ones. May his soul rest in peace.”

Truly a sad day for West Indian and Guyanese cricket as Clyde Butts sadly died in an accident today aged 66

He played 7 Tests and also served as chairman of selectors:https://t.co/YSSI5Mg8ai

— Caribbean Cricket Podcast (@CaribCricket) December 8, 2023

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Clyde Butts Cricket Career

Clyde Butts played a total of 87 first-class matches. He was an influential cricketer of the 1980s who earned a place in the West Indies team. After a good cricket career, Butts served as the chairman of selectors during the 2000s.

Toby Radford said: “Very sad news. As Chairman of Selectors, it was always good to talk cricket with Clyde. He had a calm, sensible, astute approach with his players and a deep understanding of the game. Enjoyed our conversation. An amazing man. a sad day.”