Cricket: Sweep Technique

Description

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Step 1:

• Batsman starts down on 1 knee in the sweep position with a full backlift.
• Coach feeds an under arm single bounce throw.
• Batsman excutes the sweep shot.

Step 2:

• Batsman starts in a half lunge position with the front foot stepping down the pitch.
• Coach feeds the same delivery.
• Batsman completes the lunge and executes the sweep shot.

Step 3:

• Batsman starts in their normal stance.
• Coach feeds the same delivery.
• Batsman completes the full sweep shot.

Coaching points

• Feet need to be aligned, pointing down the wicket when hitting the shot.
• Open chest in order to free the arms out in front of the body and give plenty of room to play the shot.
• Wrists turn over the ball when playing the shot so that the ball is hit along the floor. 

Drill tags: sweep technique