Chris Lynn

Chris Lynn
Nationality: Australia
Position: Batsman
Batting Style: Right Hand Bat
Bowling Style: Slow Left Arm Orthodox
Date of Birth: 1990-04-10 Age: 35

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Christopher Austin Lynn, commonly known as Chris Lynn, is an Australian cricket player who has made a name for himself as a white-ball specialist.
Born on April 10, 1990, in Brisbane, Queensland, Lynn has showcased exceptional talent and power-hitting abilities throughout his career.

Lynn's decision to focus on limited-overs cricket paid off as he earned a place in the Australian national team for both T20I and ODI formats.
However, his inconsistent performances at the international level prevented him from being selected for the 2019 World Cup, despite being considered a potential asset for the team in the preceding 18 months.

The year 2018-19 proved to be a remarkable one for Lynn as he established himself as the leading run-scorer in the Big Bash League (BBL) of Australia.
His outstanding form led to his appointment as the captain of the Brisbane Heat, succeeding the legendary Brendon McCullum.

Lynn's journey to success hasn't been without its share of obstacles.
He suffered severe shoulder injuries in the seasons of 2014-15 and 2015-16, which significantly affected his ability to accumulate runs.
In 2014, Lynn underwent surgery on his left shoulder due to a rotator cuff problem, causing him to miss the Matador Cup and the first half of the Sheffield Shield season.
The following year, he injured his left shoulder again during a fielding drill, forcing him to miss crucial matches.
These injuries hindered his opportunities to strengthen his international credentials, even though he had made an impressive T20 debut for Australia in 2014.

When fully fit, Lynn has proved to be a prolific scorer with a penchant for massive hitting.
During the 2014-15 Sheffield Shield season, he showcased his talent by scoring a magnificent 250 against eventual champions Victoria.
His remarkable performance continued in the 2015-16 season, where he emerged as the leading run-scorer of the BBL, accumulating 378 runs at an impressive average of 54.00 and a staggering strike-rate of 173.

Lynn's explosive batting prowess has also attracted attention in various global T20 leagues.
He has secured contracts in prestigious tournaments such as the Indian Premier League (IPL), Sri Lanka Premier League (SLPL), and the Caribbean Premier League (CPL).
These franchises have recognized Lynn's ability to single-handedly dismantle bowling attacks through his brutal hitting.

Despite his focus on limited-overs cricket, Lynn showcased his skills in the longer format of the game early in his career.
At the age of 19, in just his second Sheffield Shield game, he notched up a composed century, displaying his versatility as a batsman.

Chris Lynn's journey in cricket has been marked by extraordinary accomplishments, unfortunate injuries, and relentless determination.
With his ability to destroy bowling attacks with his explosive strokes, Lynn continues to be an integral part of the Australian cricketing landscape.
As he strives to overcome his inconsistency, cricket enthusiasts eagerly await more exceptional performances from this power hitter.

Format	Mat	Inns	NO	Runs	HS	Ave	BF	SR	100s	50s	6s	4s
T20	199	198	17	5886	114	29.73	4047	145.44	5	40	307	553
ODI	8	8	1	468	135	58.50	396	118.18	2	3	28	40
T10	31	31	5	793	91	25.58	407	194.84	0	5	51	74
100-Ball	7	7	0	150	48	21.43	127	118.11	0	0	5	14

Format	Ave	Econ
T20	-	-
ODI	-	-
T10	-	-
100-Ball	-	-

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