Player Profiles #36 – Chris Runia
Chris played for Attenborough in 2000. He took 29 wickets in 165 overs at an average of 16.38 and scored 115 runs in 8 innings with an average of 16.42 for the Saturday 1st XI.
Years played for ACC: 1 (2000)
Playing role: Opening Bowler
Batting style: Aggressive
Bowling style: Fast
Highest score: 37 not out
Best bowling figures: 6/31
Amateur cricketing hero(es):
Australia Matt Plowman (Lara)
England – Mick Blatherwick (Kimberley), Attenbororough – Alec McKinlay
Favourite cricketer: Mark Waugh
Favourite ACC moment: Loved every minute at the club was just a great place to be. Wish I had have come back.
Favourite movie: Shawshank Redemption
Favourite meal: Bangers and Mash
Biggest passion/hobby outside of cricket: Golf
What are you doing now?:
I work as a Ships Linesman and an Uber Driver.
Still playing cricket although not bowling. Playing as an Opening Bat and Wicket Keeper
What does ACC mean to you?:
Loved my time at ACC, it was one of the best experiences of my life.
Met some great people and made some life long friends.
Hoping to get back over for a visit next year.