One player always passes the ball straight and the other always passes the ball diagonally.
Both players are catching and throwing the ball with one hand and at shoulder height.
Ensure your players spread their fingers behind the ball for control.
Players must be showing their hands to indicate they're ready to receive the ball.
With larger groups your can progress this practice by having players working in triangles - on the coach's call of 'change' players must change the direction of the pass.
Game-based training and match simulation prepare players for real competition more effectively than isolated drills. Modern coaching integrates pressure scenarios, decision-making, and competitive situations into every training session.
Catches win matches remains cricket's truest saying. From high balls under lights to sharp slip catches, the ability to hold chances consistently separates winning teams from those that let matches slip away.
Elite running between wickets adds significant runs without risk. Quick singles, converted twos, and intelligent strike rotation separate the best batting partnerships from average ones across all formats.