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Chris Morris - Current Form

31 Mar, 2020
Editor
Chris Morris - Current Form
31 Mar, 2020 By Editor

The tall and lanky all-rounder, who is considered to have a good CV in the limited-overs format, has been plying his trade in various T20 leagues.  Morris burst onto the scene in the 2013 Champions Trophy; and made his International debut against Pakistan in Birmingham.

A hit the deck bowler, ability to strike some hefty blows and dynamite on the field, Chris Morris makes for a perfect all-rounder, tailor-made for the limited-overs format. Given that the all-rounders are the most sought-after property in T20 cricket, Chris Morris has always garnered attention from multiple franchises across the globe.

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Tracking the form of the South Africa and RCB all-rounder, Chris Morris
  • Chris Morris holds the record for the most economical spell bowled in a T20 game. The all-rounder finished with outstanding figures of 4-3-2-2 against Cape Cobras in 2013 edition of Ram Slam T20 league.
  • 422.2 - In 2017, Chris Morris etched his name in the record books of IPL. With a strike rate of 422.2, Chris Morris holds the record for the highest strike rate in an innings in IPL.
  • 1284 balls (214 overs) - Chris Morris has been a regular feature of multiple franchises over the years in the IPL. He has bowled a total of 214 overs with a bowling strike rate of 18.88 and fetching 68 wickets.
  • Chris Morris has bowled 18 overs conceding 143 runs at the M.Chinnaswamy Stadium in the IPL. He also has 5 wickets to his tally and at an economy rate of 7.94.

The Proteas all-rounder, proved his all-round credentials for Sydney Thunders in BBL 

The Proteas all-rounder turned out for the Sydney Thunder in the recently concluded BBL tournament. The all-rounder played a prominent role in Sydney Thunder's qualification to the playoffs stage. With 22 wickets in just 15 games, Chris Morris was the second-highest wicket-taker of the tournament. His death bowling skills were put to test and the latter responded to it brilliantly by displaying a variety of skills. 

Following a successful BBL campaign, Chris Morris was acquired by Royal Challengers Bangalore for a sum of INR 10 crores. Given his deftness with the ball and the proficiency to score runs at a fair clip, Chris Morris will look to repay the faith imposed on him by the franchise. His performance for RCB could possibly mark his return to the South African roster.

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