OTD 1981: Sulieman Benn was born
Standing at a whopping six feet and seven inches, Sulieman Benn was one of the most imposing cricketers from a physical standpoint. Built like a fast bowler, Benn was a reliable left-arm spinner for the West Indies across formats and was able to put his height to good use, generating uncanny bounce and turn due to his height, with the daunting prospect of facing him up on a dry wicket with helpful conditions. While he was primarily a left-arm spinner, he could also provide handy resistance with the bat and was known for his fiery temper, which ended up being the cause of several disciplinary issues.