Bob Willis RIP

Bob Willis RIP



Just 70 years old.

RIP Bob.
 

Bob Willis RIP

 

Bob Willis RIP

Ah no, that's terrible. :(
 

Bob Willis RIP

Dreadful news. True sporting hero. RIP Bob. Will always remember that spell v the Aussies in 81. Watched it all unfold live on the telly.
 

Bob Willis RIP

Loved his wicked sensed dry humour & thoroughly enjoyed watching him on Sky. It won't be the same without him.
I am sure the Cricket world & fans alike will miss this wonderful gentleman. RIP BOB. :cry:
 

Bob Willis RIP

ruislip bee said:
Dreadful news. True sporting hero. RIP Bob. Will always remember that spell v the Aussies in 81. Watched it all unfold live on the telly.
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just talking to a guy here about it.

We can both remember exactly what we were doing on that day (and the day Botham took 5-1)

Resident Aussie here said "Who" so we said "Headingley 81" his reaction was "Oh Him :mad:"
 

Bob Willis RIP

Terribly sad and shocking news.

RIP Bob.
 

Bob Willis RIP

Aww, really sad. I had the pleasure of seeing him play against my beloved Windies in Trinidad as well as in matches here. He was great to watch. RIP Bob.
 

Bob Willis RIP

RIP Bob and thanks for the memories ??
 

Bob Willis RIP

kevalutonbee said:
just talking to a guy here about it.

We can both remember exactly what we were doing on that day (and the day Botham took 5-1)

Resident Aussie here said "Who" so we said "Headingley 81" his reaction was "Oh Him :mad:"
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RIP Bob Dylan Willis a true sporting legend.

Like you for many sports fans of a certain age we know exactly where we were when Botham aided by Bob Willis dismantled and broke the Aussies hearts.
 

Bob Willis RIP

kevalutonbee said:
just talking to a guy here about it.

We can both remember exactly what we were doing on that day (and the day Botham took 5-1)

Resident Aussie here said "Who" so we said "Headingley 81" his reaction was "Oh Him :mad:"
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My English teacher allowed me and my mate to listen quietly to the commentary on a little transistor radio during the lesson and he come over every now and then for updates. When the final wicket fell we both cried out and I can clearly remember Mr Harvey literally jumping up and down in his seat in excitement with his face bright red.
 

Bob Willis RIP

Wasnt born until just after Headingley and never saw him play but always looked forward to his cutting sense of humour on Cricket Debate on SKY. I was surprised that he wasnt in his usual spot during the NZ series but didnt realise it was due to illness. RIP.
 
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Well done to the mods for making this a separate thread.

RGDW deserves it.
 

Bob Willis RIP

Very sad news indeed. Hero to me as a bowler. Later on loved listening to his measured, articulate insight as a commentator. Always fair but never took any prisoners and was consequently respected amongst professionals. Very moving just now listening to Darren Gough and Alan Lamb paying tribute to a man they held in deep affection. When Willis removed Ray Bright's middle stump at Headingley in '81 this was one of the euphoric moments of English sport
 

Bob Willis RIP

Very sad. Will always be remembered for THAT test
 

Bob Willis RIP

Very sorry to read this. His bowling in the second innings at Headingley 1981 was one of the best ever in Test cricket - I remember it as if it was yesterday! He was totally "in the zone".

RIP, Bob and thanks for the memories.
 

Bob Willis RIP

Was just thinking the other day that he hadn't been on the verdict during the New Zealand series, assumed he'd just been given a break. How sad.

Never saw him play but loved his punditry, the verdict on sky will never be the same again. There was a part of me that always enjoyed looking forward to watching it after a bad day for England knowing he wouldn't hold back in his criticism and how entertaining it would be. The clip of him lamenting Graeme Swann after he jumped ship in the ashes a few years ago is well worth a watch.
 

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Does anyone else remember a test some years later that was meandering to a draw.

Up steps Goochie who started doing impressions of bowlers. His Bob Willis was hilarious
 

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kevalutonbee said:
Does anyone else remember a test some years later that was meandering to a draw.

Up steps Goochie who started doing impressions of bowlers. His Bob Willis was hilarious
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Yes I do. He was brilliant. Very funny.
 

Bob Willis RIP

Really sad to hear this.
As Sonofabee said, a true sporting legend for us of a certain age.
RIP and thank you so much for creating sporting memories that will stay with me forever.
 

Bob Willis RIP

I actually played against him many years ago. If I remember correctly he played for Byfleet. Apart from that I loved his humour as a pundit. RIP Bob, far to early to depart this world in this day an age.
 

Bob Willis RIP

Sad news indeed. RIP Bob.
 

Bob Willis RIP

...........the hair and the run up...............RIP...................
 

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One of the greatest sporting pics ever. Just him, his ball, and grass. In emotive B&W

I've also been reminded that this was film, with slow exposure and it's in perfect focus.
 

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Banana said:
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One of the greatest sporting pics ever. Just him, his ball, and grass. In emotive B&W

I've also been reminded that this was film, with slow exposure and it's in perfect focus.
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Completely off the ground!
 

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GP200 said:
...........the hair and the run up...............RIP...................
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Banana said:
Bob_WIllis-770x433.jpeg


One of the greatest sporting pics ever. Just him, his ball, and grass. In emotive B&W

I've also been reminded that this was film, with slow exposure and it's in perfect focus.
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ruislip bee said:
Completely off the ground!
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Captured perfectly.

Funny how you are when you hear about these things. Turned on Talksport as I left work. Don't know why - I default to R5 usually - a bit weird really. Instantly heard Gough and Durham talking about Bob Willis and his career. You think to yourself, "Why on earth are they talking about Bob Willis of all people?"... no sooner have you thought these words than it immediately dawns on you why this might be. And just as soon as they confirm your instincts, you instantly get a feel for how important this person is from your own visceral reaction. Mine, I don't mind admitting, was to feel just a little bit tearful as I thought of the nostalgic cricketing memories, the thought of his critiques (rants even) about individuals, tactics, captaincy etc., but uppermost just an overall sense of this being a bloke of the utmost integrity and sincerity. And then the icing on the cake, as you listen to the radio, the really genuine tributes start to flood in from those close to him in the sport and in broadcasting, confirming all of the above but adding that the man was a much warmer and more humorous individual than portrayed by his TV persona.
 

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heavywoollenbee said:
Captured perfectly.

Funny how you are when you hear about these things. Turned on Talksport as I left work. Don't know why - I default to R5 usually - a bit weird really. Instantly heard Gough and Durham talking about Bob Willis and his career. You think to yourself, "Why on earth are they talking about Bob Willis of all people?"... no sooner have you thought these words than it immediately dawns on you why this might be. And just as soon as they confirm your instincts, you instantly get a feel for how important this person is from your own visceral reaction. Mine, I don't mind admitting, was to feel just a little bit tearful as I thought of the nostalgic cricketing memories, the thought of his critiques (rants even) about individuals, tactics, captaincy etc., but uppermost just an overall sense of this being a bloke of the utmost integrity and sincerity. And then the icing on the cake, as you listen to the radio, the really genuine tributes start to flood in from those close to him in the sport and in broadcasting, confirming all of the above but adding that the man was a much warmer and more humorous individual than portrayed by his TV persona.
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Well said I, feel exactly the same, never met him but obviously loved as well as respected by cricket and media people.
 

Bob Willis RIP

A cricketing legend. Heard the news when I was overseas and it filled me with lots of sadness. Used to love his commentary and equally loved his post day reaction on Sky. Willis was a tremendous bowler, his run up was his trademark but was a truly wonderful fast bowler with 325 test wickets with an average of just over 25.

RIP to one of England's truly great sportsman.
 

Bob Willis RIP

Indian Bee said:
A cricketing legend. Heard the news when I was overseas and it filled me with lots of sadness. Used to love his commentary and equally loved his post day reaction on Sky. Willis was a tremendous bowler, his run up was his trademark but was a truly wonderful fast bowler with 325 test wickets with an average of just over 25.

RIP to one of England's truly great sportsman.
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He would have sorted Kholi out quick fast :sorted:
 
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