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Clive Lloyd, the legendary West Indies cricketer who led the team to back-to-back World Cup victories in 1975 and 1979, has been bestowed with the prestigious Order of the Caribbean Community (OCC). This honor, the highest in the region, recognizes Lloyd's exceptional contributions to cricket and his unwavering leadership.As a batter, Lloyd was renowned for his aggressive style and ability to score runs at a rapid pace. His astute tactical acumen as a captain played a pivotal role in West Indies' dominance during the late 1970s and early 1980s. Under his leadership, the team became the first-ever world champions in cricket.Lloyd's legacy extends beyond his playing career. He has served as a coach, selector, and match referee, continuing to contribute to the development of cricket. His dedication to the sport and his unwavering commitment to the Caribbean region have earned him widespread admiration.In addition to his cricketing achievements, Lloyd has also made significant contributions to Guyana as a civil servant in the Ministry of Health. His knighthood in 2019 further recognized his exceptional service to the nation.The OCC award is a testament to Lloyd's enduring impact on the Caribbean and the sport of cricket. His leadership, determination, and sportsmanship have set an enduring example for generations of West Indians.

Delhi Capitals Eye Former World Cup Winners for Coaching StaffAfter parting ways with Ricky Ponting, the Delhi Capitals (DC) are reportedly seeking to bolster their coaching and support staff with two former World Cup winners. The franchise is aiming to revamp its team ahead of the IPL 2025 mega auction.Sources close to DC have indicated that Director of Cricket Sourav Ganguly is unlikely to assume the coaching role. Instead, the team is searching for an individual who actively follows the cricket circuit, similar to Gautam Gambhir."Ganguly has numerous responsibilities as Director of Cricket. The team requires a hands-on coach who closely monitors the circuit, like Gautam Gambhir," said an anonymous source to News 18. "His success as a mentor is not surprising."DC is determined to avoid a stop-gap arrangement for the head coach position, especially after the mega auction that will initiate a new cycle. A meeting between DC's higher-ups is scheduled after the conclusion of the ongoing Major League Cricket season in the USA.Despite reaching the IPL final in 2020, the Capitals have struggled to qualify for the playoffs since then. They finished sixth among 10 teams in IPL 2024.However, three DC players played key roles in India's victorious T20 World Cup 2024 campaign: Rishabh Pant, Kuldeep Yadav, and Axar Patel. All three are likely to be retained by DC ahead of the mega auction, along with Australian star Jake Fraser-McGurk.