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When did Curtly Ambrose make his cricket debut?
He made his debut during the first match, on 12 March 1988 in Kingston, Jamaica.
Did Curtly Ambrose win his debut match?
He took wickets with his third and ninth deliveries; he ended the innings with four for 39 from 10 overs.
What were Curtly Ambrose's first years like?
Suffering from fatigue and illness, Ambrose was less successful later in 1989 when India toured the West Indies.
Did Curtly Ambrose have a mentor?
When did Curtly Ambrose begin to gain recognition for his skills in cricket?
Early 1990s
What happened after Curtly Ambrose gained recognition for his skills in 1990s?
He went on the become the leading bowler in the world.
Did Curtly Ambrose have any critics?
From 1995, Ambrose was increasingly affected by injury, and several times critics claimed that he was no longer effective.
Did Curtly Ambrose replace Joel Garner?
Yes, Ambrose played in the One Day International (ODI) series, taking the place of the recently retired Joel Garner

Question: How long was he in this position?
Self-contained rewrite: How long was Curtly Ambrose in Garner's former position at the ODI?