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Hugh Morris, Former England Cricketer & Administrator, Dies at 62

  • Hugh Morris, former England cricketer and administrator, passed away at 62 after battling bowel cancer.
  • An opening batter, he played three times for England and helped Glamorgan win the county championship in 1997.
  • Morris amassed 19,785 first-class runs with an average of 40.29 before retiring as a player.
  • He served 16 years at the ECB, including as CEO, and later as CEO for Glamorgan, saving them from financial woes.
  • Glamorgan CEO Dan Cherry lauded Morris's legacy, including Sophia Gardens stadium and the Welsh Fire franchise.

Why It Matters: Cricket mourns Hugh Morris, a dedicated player and administrator who left a lasting legacy.

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