When "Dolly" first played Test Cricket he was 33. So, as a batsman, the world lost probably 8 years of a test career that was still long and - in batting terms and as a backup bowler - very effective.
By racism and stupid injustice South Africa lost a fine player. By trying to impose its hatred on another Test country it drove itself into the cricketing wilderness.
God bless you, Dolly, and all that you achieved. An average of 40 and a decent bowling record tells you for who you were - a decent Test player. Your race should never have determined your career, and your determination rose above the hate and the system.
He hath shewed strength with his arm :
he hath scattered the proud in the imagination of their hearts.
He hath put down the mighty from their seat : and hath exalted the humble and meek.
He hath filled the hungry with good things : and the rich he hath sent empty away.
Amen.
ReplyDeleteMay he rest in peace and rise in glory.