Kemar Roach Honored for 300 Test Wickets

Record-Breaking Bowler Celebrated

Cricket West Indies will present veteran Barbadian pacer Kemar Roach with a special on-field award at Kensington Oval on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, during the fifth ODI against New Zealand. The honor acknowledges Roach as the fifth West Indian and the second Barbadian to reach 300 Test wickets. He secured this milestone in a recent innings win over Sri Lanka, joining the Caribbean’s bowling legends.

Roach Joins Elite Wicket‑Takers List

The current top West Indies Test wicket‑takers are:

• Courtney Walsh – 519 wickets
• Sir Curtly Ambrose – 405 wickets
• Malcolm Marshall – 376 wickets
• Lance Gibbs – 305 wickets
• Kemar Roach – 300 wickets

These figures illustrate how quickly Roach has climbed into the nation’s elite bowling group.

Celebration Details and Fan Perks

The ceremony will feature representatives from Cricket West Indies, the Barbados Government, and the Barbados Cricket Association. Attendees of the fifth ODI will receive free admission as a celebratory bonus. Dr. Kishore Shallow, CWI President, voiced his approval: “I am personally heartened to witness a player of this generation whose unwavering commitment and exceptional contributions have earned him a rightful place among the legends of our game. On behalf of Cricket West Indies, I once again extend heartfelt congratulations to Kemar on this remarkable achievement. It is a richly deserved honour, and one that reflects the profound impact he has made on West Indies cricket,”

Career Highlights and Future Outlook

Roach debuted against Bangladesh in 2009 and has since become the backbone of the Windies pace attack, celebrated for precise control, late swing and relentless accuracy. In his Test career he has claimed 300 wickets at an average of 28.83, including 12 five‑wicket hauls and one ten‑wicket match haul. At 38, his feat not only caps a distinguished career but also sets a high standard for the next generation of Caribbean fast bowlers.