WA quick Lance 'Wild Thing' Morris hopes to be even faster after surgery
After years of back issues, cricketer Lance Morris is finally fit and firing, and the Western Australian is keen to put his name in the frame for a Test call up once again.
Over a year ago, Lance Morris underwent surgery to address a spine fracture that had been hampering his cricket career. For three years prior, Morris suffered from inconsistent form, undergoing MRI scans every six weeks to monitor the progression of his injury. The constant uncertainty took a toll on the fast bowler, who expressed frustration at the looming threat of further setbacks.
Lance Morris first earned a call-up to the Australian Test squad late in 2022, following a strong start to the Sheffield Shield season. Since then, injury has kept him sidelined from most opportunities. Ahead of the 2025-26 domestic season, Morris elected to undergo pars stabilisation surgery, a procedure involving the insertion of bolts and wire into his lower back.
Despite initial setbacks, Morris remains optimistic about his return to form, citing the successes of other players who have undergone similar procedures. Australia's fast bowlers face a busy Test season ahead, with matches against New Zealand, India, and the 150th Anniversary Test, as well as the Ashes in England. With a significant Test schedule looming, Morris hopes to regain his place in the Test squad and contribute to Australia's cricket team.
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