Alfred Valentine

Alfred Valentine

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Alfred Valentine is a former West Indian cricketer who gained prominence as a fast bowler and is remembered for being the fastest player to reach 50 Test wickets, achieving this milestone in just eight matches against Australia in 1951. His exceptional skill and pace made him a key figure in the West Indies cricket team during the 1950s.

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Alfred Valentine played a significant role in the West Indies defeating England in 1950.

Patrick Robinson | Track and field athletics is number one | Commentary
The Gleaner – major Jamaican newspaper, est. 1834·JamaicaJamaica· 2025-11-09
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Alfred Valentine is the fastest West Indian to 50 Test wickets as he brought up the milestone in his eighth match against Australia in 1951.

Joseph becomes joint sixth-fastest West Indian to reach 50 Test wickets
The Daily Observer – prominent Antiguan newspaper·UnknownUnknown· 2025-07-15
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