Morris is also keen on getting back on red-ball cricket. The 26-years-old bowler intends to make the expected come back after struggling through rehabilitation. Injury has really hampered him in his progress but Morris still remains inspired.
Morris got his last playing time in February this year. Before the tour to West Indies for the ODI series, he had a side strain. He had a great beginning of his career but unfortunately his luck ran out this alternate year and he had to stop playing midway.
Morris Missed Key International Matches
Morris was to play for Major League Cricket. But a hot spot in his back prevented him. This was discovered after the season scans hence costing him more time on the field. This lead to his exclusion from Australia’s subsequent tours of Scotland and England also.
He failed to capitalize on opportunity of opportunity times in a match, especially when he was playing a fast bowler. However, Morris seems optimistic as to reclaiming his position and come back with even more force. He wants to play for Western Australia in the Sheffield Shield.
Frustration Over Injury but Positive Outlook
Morris also said he disagreed with this result because of an injury. He said that he could hardly comprehend it at some point. The injury, which was diagnosed as stress fracture did not really exhibit usual signs and symptoms. One month MRI scans were done and Morris saw improvement and that made him hopeful.
However the simplified life Morris had led, he never let his body get out of shape. He remained fit through running and gym since he was now a regular at the gym. While targeting this, he feels that this should help him during his next time he will land in competitive cricket.
Restoring Confidence in His Speed
Morris got issues on whether or not he was fast enough to bowl. Resuming racing at full was not easy especially if you had to set the machinery on a break for some time. But recently he has regained his confidence during the practice sessions. Morris has come to the mood of bowling at full strength or to maximum capacity.
’This is especially so when loading up slowly as, ‘The tricky thing with loading up slowly is restrictions on speed.’ ‘But over the last few weeks, it has been good to let the ball go.’
Morris’ Path Back to Domestic Cricket
Morris will make his way back via Australia’s domestic one-day Limited Over series. Yadav wants to make his debut in one of the first two white-ball fixtures of the Western Australian side. But his main area of interest is considered to be test cricket or sometimes referred to as red-ball cricket.
Western Australia start their Sheffield Shield fixtures on 8th of October. Morris should be ready for the first and the second round match if at all. Such presence could enhance the teams probabilities His inclusion can increase the team’s probability.
Western Australia’s Shield Schedule
The first match in Western Australia will be a match against Queensland. It appears, Morris is targeting to play by either the first round or second one. This will be played before the first Test against India next year, there will be four rounds. At least Morris’ participation will afford him match practice endowed with the potential to grant distinction in the coming games.
‘I should be available for round one or two,’ Morris said.
That is why his return is important for Western Australia. The team is a three times defend champ. Morris’ addition could prove vital for them particularly coming in with raw pace.
The Importance of a Healthy Bowling Attack
It is true that Australia’s pace depth is not the strongest, and many teams around the world will look at the team’s fast bowler resources and feel that they have a chance in the clash. The great bowling attack is led by Pat Cummins and Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood. But, a lot has been said about depth following the emergence of a number of injuries. There was one man, however, who was fast enough to do it: Morris was the fast man.
There is thus belief in the camp that Morris if he continues to keep fit, he stands a great chance at being drafted into the test side. His pace remains making him a interesting prospective for Australia. But he must remain on the park in order to make good on that chance.
“For me, I do not expect anything, but if there will be an opportunity, I will take it.” Morris said. His speech pattern is positive because he is concerned with his health for the season.
Concerns Over Australia’s Bowling Depth
Australia presently does not have an effective backing in bowling talent. The team has been founded to its depth as a result of injuries. Still, the possible dilemma might ease with Morris return to the team. This is a very important tool since he is capable of bowling at high speeds.
Morris was also unavailable for the Ashes tour of Australia because of an injury. He has taken time to recover and though he is still in that list, he is a very strong candidate. All their resources will be needed before their Test series, in Australia.
Fitness Remains Morris’ Priority
Morris is keen to keep fit. It has been a rough ride but there have been light moments he says. The accident helped him to sit out and would have healed much faster than continuing to take what amounted to be a beating.
Failing to do so could have worsened the situation or rather the consequences of the injury could have been much worse. On the contrary, the man called Morris looks way more powerful after his treatment.
For the brighter side, I have remained fit and feel tough he said.
His concern is now avoidance of being injured and therefore be able to avail himself for selection most of the times. To get a call up into the national team, Morris understand that he has to be continue to be consistent on the field.
Haskett Set to Miss Early Shield Matches
Likewise, Morris’s teammate Liam Haskett has a similar problem. Haskett, another bright talent in bowling will be out of action for the first half of the Shield games. He too has been with a back injury.
Haskett is also expected to be in the process of recovery in late November or early December. His loss is going to be greatly felt in Western Australia although the team is working hard to ensure he gets back in the field soon.
This was actually the fast bowler’s best season bowlers last year. His impact was majorly felt in the Western Australia side and that is why his absence would seriously be felt.
Morris and Haskett Aim for Strong Comebacks
Morris has been very essential to the success of Western Australia as is Haskett. This has made them incur some injuries thus have been restricted from the active participation but they want to stage strong comebacks. Morris’ return could help bring a lot of strength to the team’s pace which has been a weak area for the team.
Success for Western Australia in defending the title partly relies with main players. Thus, hiring Morris could bring the needed balance and make the team qualitatively better. This is especially true because his performance in the first few rounds will determine his team’s prospects.
Conclusion
New South Wales and Australian seamer Lance Morris believes that he will progress well in the red-ball cricket this year. But despite some of the most maddening injuries, he has much to look forward in the season to come. He remain interested in fitness and playing for Western Australia state side in the Sheffield schedule.
At least the constant soccer playing physique of Morris could come in handy. Australia will need all their pace options before the test series against India. There could be no doubt that Morris’ return to the scheme will be anxiously observed both by the selectors as well as fans.
FAQs
1. When will Lance Morris return to cricket?
Morris wants to make a comeback in the early stages of the Sheffield Shield.
2. Why did Lance Morris miss Australia’s tours?
Morris injured his side strain and back in the early part of the year.
3. How has Morris stayed fit during recovery?
The only break Morris took in his fitness training was when he went out for a run and other gym sessions.
4. What is Morris’ focus for the upcoming season?
Morris has a number of personal goals including being selected to regularly feature in the Western Australia team and avoid instances of injury.
5. Could Morris be included in Australia’s Test squad?
Morris, however, if he maintains good fitness levels could probably push for a place in the Test team.
