Sir Vivian Richards gets immortalized on $2 notes in Eastern Caribbean Currency

In a recent development, it has been revealed that special $2 notes featuring the picture of legendary West Indies cricketer Sir Vivian Richards are set to be circulated and will be available in banks across Eastern Caribbean countries starting December 6. The memorial currency was launched in Antigua at a ceremony recognizing the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank's 40 years in existence. The memorial currency was launched in Antigua at a ceremony recognizing the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank's 40 years in existence.

Sir Vivian expressed his gratitude, calling it a dream come true. He acknowledged the influence of his late parents in instilling the self-belief that led to his success.

"To be honored in such a way is something dreams are made of," said Sir Vivian upon receiving the first-ever $2 note produced by the bank, as quoted by islandpressbox.com.

In addition to the note release, Sir Vivian will host a charity golf tournament, with proceeds benefiting the Antigua & Barbuda Renal Society, supporting those with kidney failure. The ECCB has pledged XCD$25,000 towards this cause.

Sir Vivian was chosen for this honor due to his significant impact on the West Indian community and his firm stance on critical issues affecting black Caribbean people. He viewed cricket as more than a sport, seeing it as a Caribbean contribution to the global fight against racism and white supremacy.

Those who chase money today will never find themselves on money like Sir Viv does today: Camillo Gonsalves

Camillo Gonsalves, Chairman of the ECCB Monetary Council, highlighted Sir Vivian's vocal stance on these issues. Gonsalves expressed concern about modern cricketers prioritizing money over the unity of the West Indies cricket team, contrasting them with Sir Vivian's unwavering principles.

"Today, apartheid raises its head in new forms and new locations, morphing into genocide, and our sports people are quiet. But Sir Viv was never quiet. Now, we have a modern set of cricketers so consumed with money that they forget the importance of the unity of the West Indies cricket team. Those who chased money in apartheid South Africa, those who chase money today, will never find themselves on money like Sir Viv does today," Camillo Gonsalves said.

Sir Vivian Richards, considered the best batter of his generation, dominated international cricket for almost two decades before retiring. Captaining the West Indies team from 1984 to 1991, he led the team to 27 victories and remains the only captain to have never lost a Test series.