Australia

Chris Swan

Born: August 10, 1978, Southport, Queensland

Chris Swan bio

Christopher Richard Swan, commonly known as Chris Swan, is a former Australian cricketer who gained recognition as a swing bowler and a dependable lower-order batsman. Born on January 20, 1980, in the picturesque city of Gold Coast, Queensland, Swan began his cricketing journey with an ultimate goal of representing his beloved state and country at the highest level.

It was in the 2006-07 season that Swan’s talent was first recognized by the Queensland selectors. Summoned to bolster the injury-stricken squad for the Pura Cup match against New South Wales, Swan seized the opportunity with both hands. On his debut, he showcased his skills by claiming impressive figures of 2 for 85 and 3 for 56 in a hard-fought 74-run loss. Unfortunately, despite his commendable performance, he was not given another opportunity that season and missed out on a contract renewal.

However, Swan’s determination and perseverance paid off as he earned a recall for both the Pura Cup and FR Cup during the following summer. Making the most of this second chance, he announced his arrival with an excellent spell of bowling, picking up remarkable figures of 4 for 24 on his one-day debut against Western Australia. This outstanding performance led him to secure a full state contract, which allowed him to continue pursuing his passion for cricket alongside his secondary career as a pest controller.

During the 2008-09 season, Swan cemented his place in the Queensland side, becoming a vital component of their Sheffield Shield campaign. Displaying exceptional skills with the ball, he notched up 24 wickets at an average of 25.58, including a memorable five-wicket haul against Tasmania. Additionally, Swan’s contributions extended beyond his bowling abilities, as he showcased his batting prowess with a top score of 76 in the Sheffield Shield. His all-round skills were instrumental in helping the Queensland Bulls secure the title in the FR Cup that year.

In the following season, Swan faced a setback when he suffered a groin injury that forced him to miss the Sheffield Shield final. Despite the setback, he remained determined and made a remarkable comeback after undergoing surgery. Swan’s resilience was on full display when he formed a record-breaking last-wicket partnership of 57 runs alongside Luke Feldman to secure a Shield victory against Victoria. Over the course of the season, he accumulated 315 runs at an impressive average of 28.82, with a highest score of 82 against Tasmania.

Swan’s cricketing journey can be traced back to his early days in Queensland, where he represented various junior levels, including the state’s under-age, colts, and 2nd XI squads. This comprehensive development allowed him to hone his skills and prepare himself for the challenges that lay ahead.

Though his professional cricketing career has come to an end, Swan’s dedication to the game and his charismatic personality continue to make him a beloved figure in the cricketing community. As a devoted family man, Swan now enjoys spending quality time with his loved ones and pursuing various endeavors beyond the boundary.

As a testament to his contributions to Queensland cricket, Chris Swan will forever be remembered as a valuable swing bowler, a gritty lower-order batsman, and an inspiration to young cricketers aspiring to represent their state and nation on the cricketing stage.

Chris Swan career stats

Batting stats

Batting Matches Innings Nos Runs High score Ave BF SR 100s 50s 4s 6s Ct St
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FC 31 47 9 804 82 21.15 1451 55.41 0 3 99 8 11 0
List A 23 16 4 100 30* 8.33 94 106.38 0 0 11 0 4 0
T20s 1 - - - - - - - - - - - 0 0

Bowling stats

Bowling Matches Innings Balls Runs Wkts BBI BBM Ave Econ SR 4w 5w 10w
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ODIs - - - - - - - - - - - - -
FC 31 55 5673 2618 101 7/75 13/144 25.92 2.76 56.1 3 3 1
List A 23 23 1182 849 31 4/24 4/24 27.38 4.3 38.1 1 0 0
T20s 1 1 24 16 1 1/16 1/16 16 4 24 0 0 0

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