Revered commentator Tony Cozier dies aged 75

Revered West Indies cricket commentator and writer Tony Cozier has died at the age of 75, BBC Test Match Special (TMS) has confirmed.

Cozier was a stalwart of cricket in the Caribbean and his distinctive voice made him one of the most iconic broadcasters in cricket.

During his distinguished career, Cozier was a part of the TMS line-up and also worked for Channel Nine in Australia.

"So sad to hear that Tony Cozier the voice of Caribbean Cricket and @bbctms commentator for 50 years has died," read a post on the TMS Twitter account.

The official West Indies cricket Twitter account subsequently posted: "Tony Cozier, the legendary West Indies cricket writer and commentator, died this morning in Barbados. May he RIP."

"Mr Cozier covered Windies Cricket for over 50 years; made a great contribution to the game. We extend condolences to his friends and family."

In 2011, Cozier was awarded honorary life membership to Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC), while the press box at the Kensington Oval is named in his honour.

South Africa paceman Dale Steyn wrote on Twitter: "His voice will echo in my mind forever! Condolences to the Cozier family."

Cozier first commentated on West Indies during their Test series victory over Australia in 1965.