Quick Info
| Profession | Cricketer |
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| Nationality | West Indian |
| Date of Birth | 02/05/1969 |
| Age | 57 years |
| Birthplace | Cantaro, Santa Cruz, Trinidad |
Latest News about Brian Lara
11/10/2025
Brian Lara visited the West Indies dressing room after the second day of the Delhi Test against India. His appearance drew attention during the match as West Indies looked to regroup after a strong batting effort.
08/10/2025
Brian Lara was among the special honourees recognized at the CEAT Cricket Awards. The event highlighted his enduring legacy in international cricket and continued influence on the sport.
11/05/2025
Brian Lara publicly urged Virat Kohli not to consider retiring from Test cricket, saying the format still needs top players of Kohli's stature. The comments came amid ongoing discussion about Kohli's future in red-ball cricket.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Brian Charles Lara |
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| Known For | One of the greatest batsmen in cricket history; former West Indies captain |
| Batting Style | Left-handed |
Physical Stats & More
| Batting Style | Left-hand bat |
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| Bowling Style | Legbreak googly |
Educational Qualification(s)
| Schooling | St. Joseph's Convent; Fatima College |
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Personal Life
| Birth Name | Brian Charles Lara |
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Family
| Parents | Bunty Lara; Pearl Lara |
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Career
| International Debut | ODI debut for West Indies in 1990; Test debut in 1990/1993 (sources vary) |
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| Major Records | Highest individual Test score of 400 not out |
| Teams | West Indies; Trinidad and Tobago |
Style Quotient
| Batting Style | Elegant, attacking left-handed batting |
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Social Media
| https://x.com/BrianLara |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Captain of the West Indies Under-19 team at the 1986 Youth World Cup | |
| 2. Made first-class debut for Trinidad and Tobago at age 17 | |
| 3. Held the Test world record score twice during his career |