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Richard Bond recalls childhood visit from Sir Garfield Sobers in 1974

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Last updated Jul 21, 2026

Richard Bond recalls childhood visit from Sir Garfield Sobers in 1974
Summary

Richard Bond from Norwich shared memories of Sir Garfield Sobers' surprise visit to his home 52 years ago. After a match at Lakenham, Sobers dropped by following a recommendation for a local pub. Bond, a fan and aspiring cricketer, described the astonishing moment of meeting the legendary all-rounder, who signed his cricket bat. Sobers' unexpected visit, though now a treasured memory, highlights the connection between fans and sports legends.

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  • •Sir Garfield Sobers visited Richard Bond's home in Norwich in 1974.
  • •Bond was 12 years old and the captain of his school cricket team.
  • •Sobers was playing a match at Lakenham before the visit.
  • •Bond still owns the signed cricket bat from Sobers.
  • •The meeting occurred after a recommendation for a local pub.
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Cricket fan recalls the moment Sir Garfield Sobers popped into his parents' Norwich terraced house to say hello.

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