Former England Cricketer and ECB Chief Morris Passes Away

Hugh Morris, a prominent figure in English cricket, has passed away at the age of 62. Morris had a distinguished career as an opening batter for England and Glamorgan. He also served as the chief executive of the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB).

Career Highlights of Hugh Morris

• Morris began his first-class career with Glamorgan, where he became a prolific opening batter.
• He captained Glamorgan in two separate spells, leading them to the Sunday League title in 1993.
• He earned three caps for the England national team.
• As captain, he led England A on tours to South Africa, the West Indies, and Sri Lanka.
• After retiring from playing, Morris spent 16 years in various senior positions at the ECB.

Leadership at the ECB

As chief executive of the ECB, Morris was instrumental during a successful period for English cricket. Under his leadership, the England men’s Test team secured three consecutive Ashes series victories, marking a significant achievement in the sport.

Return to Glamorgan

In recent years, Morris returned to Glamorgan as the chief executive and was pivotal in many initiatives. He worked diligently to reduce the club’s debts and ensured that Sophia Gardens became the home venue for the Welsh Fire, a franchise team in The Hundred competition.

Battle with Illness

Morris was diagnosed with bowel cancer in January 2022. After returning to work later that year, he stepped down as chief executive of Glamorgan in September 2023. He chose to focus on his health and spend time with his family while undergoing treatment.

The cricket community mourns the loss of Hugh Morris, whose contributions to the sport will be remembered fondly.