Chris Swan
Full Name
Christopher Richard Swan
Born
August 10, 1978, Southport, Queensland
Age
45y 266d
Batting Style
Right hand Bat
Bowling Style
Right arm Fast medium
Playing Role
Bowler
TEAMS
Chris Swan, the Gold Coast swing bowler, was called to help out Queensland's injury-hit squad for the Pura Cup match against New South Wales in 2006-07 and didn't disappoint. On debut, he claimed 2 for 85 and 3 for 56 in the 74-run loss. Despite the strong performance, he was not required again and missed out on a contract at the end of the season. However, he returned for four Pura Cup contests and three FR Cup fixtures the following summer, which were highlighted by figures of 4 for 24 against Western Australia on one-day debut. It was enough for Swan to receive a full state deal, which he combined with work as a pest controller, and he soon developed into a leader of the attack.
In 2008-09 he was a fixture in the Sheffield Shield until succumbing to a groin injury and missing the final. There were 24 first-class breakthroughs - as well as a top score of 76 - and he was also an asset in the FR Cup. He accounted for 13 batsmen and produced a key all-round performance to help the Bulls to the title. Last summer, having recovered from groin surgery, his batting was valuable too. He was part of a record last-wicket stand of 57 with Luke Feldman that earned a Shield victory over Victoria. His collection finished at 315 runs at 28.82 in eight games, with a best of 82 against Tasmania. Not bad for a No.10. With the ball he was also impressive, grabbing 31 victims at 25.58 in the competition, including a maiden five-wicket haul against Tasmania. A Queensland junior, he was part of the state's under-age, colts and 2nd XI squads.
Cricinfo staff September 2010
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