Set up as shown: two sets of stumps with a wicket keeper with a ball behind each. Two lines of players.
Drill should be continuous.
To ensure all players have equal time in all areas of this practice the coach can be the WK, with players taking up all other positions.
Look for players to attack the ball at pace and be accurate in their throwing (to a team-mate and add the stumps).
You can set this up as a team competition between the two lines of players - awarding points for a successfully hitting the stumps.
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