Richards and Hooper Slam Lara's "Gross Misrepresentations" in Autobiography

Viv Richards and Carl Hooper have vehemently denounced Brian Lara's "gross misrepresentations" in his autobiography, "Lara: The England Chronicles." In a joint statement, the former West Indies captains refuted Lara's claim that Richards made Hooper "cry once a week," labeling it "categorically false."

Richards and Hooper expressed deep dismay over the allegations, which they believe distort their relationship and damage their reputations. They emphasized that Richards has always been a supportive mentor to Hooper, providing encouragement and unwavering support throughout their nearly 40-year friendship.

Lara's assertion that Richards' words in the dressing room could "intimidate" players was also challenged by Hooper. He stated that Richards' tone of voice was never intended to cause distress and that he always had the best interests of the team at heart.

The duo condemned Lara's attempt to profit from "such deceit," considering it "inconceivable" given his stature in cricket. They demanded a public retraction of the false claims and a sincere apology for the harm caused.

Richards and Hooper's statement highlights the importance of integrity in public discourse and the need to protect personal and professional reputations. They emphasized that the truth must be set right to ensure the well-being of all parties involved.

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