Cardiff: Former England opener and Glamorgan legend Hugh Morris has passed away at the age of 62 after a long battle with bowel cancer. The announcement was made by Glamorgan County Cricket Club, mourning the loss of their former captain who played a pivotal role in the county’s success.
Born in Cardiff in 1963, Morris made his debut for Glamorgan at just 17 and went on to have a distinguished 17-season career. As captain, he led Glamorgan to the County Championship title in 1997 before announcing his retirement. Internationally, he represented England in three matches. Former Indian cricketer Ravi Shastri was among those who played under Morris’ captaincy at Glamorgan, expressing his grief on social media and paying tribute to Morris’ honesty, dedication, and impact on the game.
Stellar Career Achievements
In first-class cricket, Morris amassed 19,785 runs at an average of 40.29, including 53 centuries and 98 fifties. In List A cricket, he scored 8,606 runs with 14 centuries. Although he did not feature in England’s One Day International side, he served as England’s Managing Director from 2007 to 2013, overseeing three consecutive Ashes victories and a T20 World Cup triumph.
Following his stint with the national team, Morris spent 16 years with the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) in various roles, including CEO. In 2013, he returned to Glamorgan as CEO, helping the club navigate financial challenges. Current Glamorgan CEO Dan Cherry described Morris as “a great player, tireless administrator, and a man of immense dignity and integrity.”
Hugh Morris leaves behind a legacy as both a player and administrator, remembered for his contributions to English cricket and his unwavering commitment to the sport.
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