Kent and Windies all-rounder Julien dies aged 75

Bernard Julien won 36 West Indies caps across One-Day and Test cricket

Former Kent and West Indies all-rounder Bernard Julien - a member of the Windies team that won the inaugural World Cup - has died at the age of 75.

The left-arm swing bowler made 36 appearances across One-Day Internationals and Test matches for his country and scored 26 not out as the Windies won the first World Cup final against Australia at Lord's in 1975.

He earned 24 Test caps in which he scored 866 runs at an average of 30.92, hitting two centuries, and claimed 50 wickets at a bowling average of 37.36.

"To the family, friends, and loved ones of Bernard Julien, we extend our deepest condolences," the West Indies Cricket Board said in a statement.

"His passing reminds us that a life devoted to purpose never truly leaves us.

"Cricket West Indies stands with you in this moment of loss, and we hope Bernard knew he was valued and loved by the cricketing family he helped to shape, and that he found peace knowing his contribution will always endure."

Julien made 179 appearances for Kent from 1970 to 1977, taking 336 wickets and scoring 3,296 runs.

He won seven trophies in his seven years at the club, including the Gillette Cup [now the One-Day Cup], two Benson & Hedges Cups and a share of the County Championship title with Middlesex in his final season.

"The thoughts of everyone at the club are with Bernard's family and friends at this sad time," a Kent statement added..

"He was an exciting stroke player and one of the most effective left-arm swing bowlers of his generation."