Played to a ball fuller quicker ball Batter must be low in their position, with head pushed forwards towards the ball Arms are extended at point of impact. Batter must use pace of ball to guide shot fine Ball should look to be played as fine as possible, Encourage batter not to try and hit the ball, rather use the pace of feed to deflect it.
Played to a ball fuller quicker ball Batter must be low in their position, with head pushed forwards towards the ball Arms are extended at point of impact. Batter must use pace of ball to guide shot fine Ball should look to be played as fine as possible, Encourage batter not to try and hit the ball, rather use the pace of feed to ‘deflect’ it.
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