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Danny Morrison Biography: Age, Career, Family and More

F4U Editorial Desk • Updated October 5, 2026 • 3 min read

Quick Info

Date of birth3 February 1966

BirthplaceAuckland, New Zealand

ProfessionFormer New Zealand Cricketer, Commentator

NationalityNew Zealand

Marital statusMarried

SpouseKim Morrison

FamilySon - Jacob; Daughter - Tayla

Danny Morrison Biography

Daniel Kyle Morrison is a former New Zealand fast-medium bowler turned commentator and media personality. Known for an aggressive bowling style, colourful.

Early life and background

Daniel Kyle Morrison was born on 3 February 1966 in Auckland, New Zealand. He grew up in Auckland and attended Takapuna Grammar School. Morrison’s family included a mother who worked in local theatre, and his early exposure to performance helped shape a comfort with acting and camera work that would later feed into a media career.

Career

Morrison made his international debut in One Day Internationals on 31 October 1987 against India in Nagpur and played his first Test for New Zealand on 4 December 1987 against Australia at The Gabba. A right-handed lower-order batter and a right-arm fast-medium bowler, he represented Auckland domestically and spent time playing for Lancashire.

As a bowler Morrison was a regular wicket-taker for New Zealand across formats of his era. He finished with 160 wickets in 48 Test matches, placing him among New Zealand’s leading Test wicket-takers. One of the standout moments early in his international career was a hat-trick taken in a One Day International in 1989, which dismissed Kapil Dev, Salil Ankola and Nayan Mongia.

Morrison’s batting record was modest, and he was noted for having a large number of ducks at Test level. Despite that, he produced one of the most resilient lower-order performances for New Zealand in 1997 when he and Nathan Astle put on a 106-run partnership for the tenth wicket to help save a Test against England; Morrison batted for nearly three hours in that stand.

After retiring from playing, Morrison moved into commentary and broadcasting where his colourful personality and theatrical instincts made him a distinctive presence. He also authored two books: an autobiography published in 1997 titled Mad As I Wanna Be, and a junior coaching guide called Danny Morrison Junior Cricket Diary aimed at inspiring young cricketers.

Public profile

Morrison’s public image blends sport and showmanship. Commentators and cricket writers have highlighted his fiery bowling and his on-air flair. He is known by nicknames including Danny and The Duck Man. Physically, he is listed at approximately 188 cm (6 ft 1 in) in height with a playing weight around 85 kg (187 lbs), blue eyes and brown hair.

Outside of cricket he has maintained an interest in acting and film, citing favourite films and actors that reflect his theatrical bent. His affinity for performance and dressing up has occasionally drawn attention during public appearances.

Personal life

Morrison is married to Kim Morrison, who works as a specialist in aromatherapy and skin care. The couple have two children: a son, Jacob, and a daughter, Tayla.

Latest updates

In retirement Morrison has remained visible in cricket media as a commentator and personality. His books and broadcasting work continue to be part of his public contribution to the game and to sharing cricketing insight with a wider audience.

Editorial Review and Sources

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Recent Work

Mad As I Wanna Be

Autobiography published in 1997.

1997
Danny Morrison Junior Cricket Diary

A guide aimed at inspiring young cricketers.

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Career Highlights

  1. Made ODI debut for New Zealand on 31 October 1987 vs India
  2. Made Test debut for New Zealand on 4 December 1987 vs Australia
  3. Took an ODI hat-trick in 1989
  4. Took 160 wickets in 48 Test matches for New Zealand
  5. Co-authored an autobiography and a junior cricket guide
Reviewed by F4U Editorial Desk

F4U profile pages are prepared from public career information, checked for readability, and updated when reliable correction sources are shared with the editorial team.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Danny Morrison born?

Danny Morrison was born on 3 February 1966.

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Danny Morrison is known for former New Zealand Cricketer, Commentator.

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Danny Morrison's marital status is listed as Married.

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Danny Morrison is publicly listed as married to Kim Morrison.