Arguably the world’s busiest man Barack Obama took time out from attending the Fifth Summit of the Americas to meet the West Indian cricketing legend Brian Lara at Trinidad Islands. More than Lara, Obama was very eager to meet the master batsman.

The incident took place at the newly re-named Obama Terrace, Hilton Trinidad, St Ann’s a couple of weeks ago.

The ultimate purpose of this meet is to enhance the plans for an American Premier League of Cricket with some cricketers having already signed up. It will be held twice a year and will have six teams to begin with.

While his sport of choice is basketball, Obama was given a brief batting lesson by Lara. The attempt to teach the drive was found less successful when compared to a forward defensive short.

During the meet Obama greeted Lara saying “always wanted to meet the Michael Jordan of cricket”. Lara repaid the compliment by presenting the president with a signed bat.