First black cricketer to represent England
In 1980, Roland Butcher became the first black cricketer to play for the England team
Sporting Witness · BBC World Service
March 23, 20249m 53s
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Show Notes
In 1980, Roland Butcher became the first black cricketer to represent England. It was in a one day match against Australia.
Born in Barbados, his first tour was against his home region of the West Indies.
He’s been speaking to Claire Bowes about his experience and getting caught up in plans for a controversial rebel tour to South Africa.
(Photo: Roland Butcher. Credit: Allsport/Getty Images)