The Ashes: Australia's Ryan Harris on 'ball of century' to Alastair Cook and Mitchell Johnson partnership

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Ryan Harris is a former Australian cricketer who played for the national team from 2001 to 2015. He was a fast bowler and is known for his ability to take wickets in Ashes contests, particularly against England. Harris made his Test debut in 2001 and went on to play 27 Tests for Australia, taking 127 wickets at an average of 28.16. He was a key member of the Australian team that won the 2003-04 Ashes series 2-1.

Harris's career was marked by injuries, which forced him to undergo multiple surgeries and periods of rehabilitation. Despite this, he continued to play for Australia and took part in several high-profile matches, including the 2010-11 Ashes series against England, where he took 12 wickets at an average of 24.92.

In addition to his performances with Australia, Harris also played for the Melbourne Renegades in the Big Bash League and was a member of the Australian team that won the 2005 ICC World Twenty20 tournament.

Harris retired from international cricket in 2014 due to ongoing knee problems and underwent surgery on his left knee. He has since spoken publicly about the impact of injuries on his career and has expressed gratitude for the opportunities he had to play for Australia.

Today, Harris is involved in various cricket-related activities, including commentary work and coaching. He has also been involved in various charity initiatives and has worked as a motivational speaker.
 
You know, I was watching some old clips of Ryan Harris playing for Australia back in the day 🏏... it's crazy how he went through so much with his injuries, but still managed to put on a show like that 12 wickets against England? 🤯 Those Ashes series were always intense! Anyway, I think what really impressed me was his resilience, considering all the surgeries and rehab time he had to go through... it's not easy bouncing back from that kind of stuff. Nowadays, he seems to be doing pretty well with commentary work and coaching gigs 📺💼. I wish him all the best in his future endeavors! 👍
 
I'm thinking Ryan Harris's comeback story is pretty inspiring, you know? 🤸‍♂️ He had to deal with so much pain & rehab but still managed to play for Australia & achieve some amazing things. It's awesome that he's found new ways to stay involved in cricket, like commentary & coaching. I think it's really cool that he's using his platform to talk about mental health & injury too, it's something we need more of 💪
 
I think its crazy how much impact injury had on his career 🤯. I mean, he was still playing top-notch cricket even with all the surgeries and rehab, but you can imagine it would take toll mentally too... 2-1 win for Australia in Ashes series back in 2003-04 was awesome though! 🎉
 
I'm so bummed that Ryan Harris had to deal with those knee injuries throughout his career 🤕. I mean, he was such an awesome fast bowler for Australia! He had some epic battles against England on the Ashes, like in 2010-11 when he took 12 wickets at just 24.92 🎯.

It's impressive how he continued to push through despite all those surgeries and rehab periods 💪. I guess you could say his career was full of ups and downs, but he still managed to make a name for himself both on and off the field 🏟️.

Now that he's retired from cricket, it's awesome to see him doing commentary work and coaching 📺👍. He must be really passionate about giving back to the sport that gave him so much 🙏. And who knows, maybe one day we'll see him take over as a coach for Australia again! 🤞
 
I'm still trying to wrap my head around how injury-prone Ryan Harris was 🤕. I mean, 27 Tests for Australia and he's only got 127 wickets? That's gotta be some tough mental gymnastics, you know? The fact that he kept going back out there despite the pain must've been pretty brutal. And to think, those knee problems forced him into surgery... it's crazy how a few dodgy knees can derail a career like his 😳.

But for all the setbacks, Harris seemed like a trooper. He adapted and found new ways to contribute to the game. Commentary work and coaching gigs are great ways to stay in the mix, right? And I love that he's giving back through charity initiatives – it's awesome to see athletes using their platforms for good 💖. All in all, Ryan Harris is a cricket legend, even if his body didn't always cooperate 🙏.
 
🤔 the thing that really gets me about ryan harris's story is how he handled those injuries - all of us have to deal with setbacks at some point, but it's how we respond that matters... for him, it wasn't about giving up or letting his body define him; instead, he chose to use his experiences as fuel to keep pushing forward and find new ways to contribute to the game he loved... it's a great reminder that our worth isn't defined by what we can do, but by how we respond to adversity 💪
 
I'm feeling kinda nostalgic thinking about Ryan Harris's cricket career 🏏. The way he could take wickets in Ashes contests was like magic ✨! I remember watching him play, and his ability to adapt to different situations was impressive 💡.

I think what impressed me most about Harris was how he didn't let injuries hold him back 🤕. He kept pushing through the pain and continued to play for Australia, which is a testament to his dedication and perseverance 💪.

Now that he's retired from international cricket, I'm happy to see him staying involved in the sport 🎉. Commentary work and coaching are great ways for him to stay connected to the game while also giving back to others 🙏. And it's awesome that he's using his platform to support charity initiatives and inspire others 💖.
 
man, it's crazy to think about ryan harris's career spanning over 14 years 🤯 he was like the epitome of an Aussie fast bowler, always bringin' heat on those english batsmen 🔥 but you can't help but feel for the dude with all the injuries he had to deal with 😔 multiple surgeries and rehab periods, it's a wonder he lasted as long as he did.

i mean, 127 wickets in test cricket is no joke 🙌 but the fact that he played through so much pain and still managed to put up some impressive numbers speaks volumes about his dedication and passion for the game ❤️

it's awesome to see him doin' commentary work and coaching now, gettin' involved with the next gen of Aussie cricketers 👦🏼 and also givin' back to the community through charity initiatives 🌟 he's definitely one of those guys who had a great run but still manages to stay humble and grounded 😊
 
Umm... I dont think Ryan Harris's post retirement life is that exciting 🤷‍♂️. I mean, commentary work and coaching are cool and all, but its not like he was the next great coach of cricket or something 🙄. And yeah, charity initiatives are good, but its not like hes doing it out of passion, its just a way to stay relevant in the sports world 🤑. And motivational speaking? Come on, that sounds like a total rip off 🤯. I feel like hes trying too hard to be a big shot and get his name out there 💸.
 
🤔 I feel bad for Ryan Harris, you know? His career was cut short due to injuries and it's like he's still trying to pick up the pieces 🏟️. But, at the same time, I'm impressed by his determination to keep going despite all the setbacks 💪. He's definitely a legend in Australian cricket and it's awesome that he's able to stay involved in the sport even after retiring from international cricket 📺. Plus, he's using his platform to do good and inspire others - that's what it's all about! ❤️
 
I feel bad for Ryan Harris, ya know? His career was cut short by injuries 🤕. 27 Tests for Australia isn't bad, but think of what he could've achieved if his body held up better... Still, I guess you can't blame the guy for taking care of himself and seeking help when he needed it. The fact that he's still involved in cricket, albeit in different ways, is a testament to his dedication to the sport 🏏. And it's awesome that he's using his platform to give back through charity work and motivational speaking 💡.
 
🤔 So I'm thinking about Ryan Harris's career trajectory and it's wild how injuries almost derailed his entire thing 🤕. But he adapted and found ways to keep playing despite the setbacks. You know, like when you're stuck in traffic and you just gotta roll with it 🚗💨. He did that with his knee problems too! And I love how he's still involved in cricket now, doing commentary work and coaching 📺👥. It shows he's not done yet 💪. And have you seen the pics of him with all those charity initiatives? 🌟 Class act, right? 🙏
 
I'm pretty sure Ryan Harris's average with the ball wasn't 28.16... like, it was more likely around 29 or something? And didn't he take some of those 12 wickets at Old Trafford? Not sure if I remember that part right, but that's what it seemed like from my memory 😐
 
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