Within this game, the aim is for the batsman to hit the ball and run around the cones (blue) in order to score points. The coach should feed the ball (bobble feed) from the red cone and the feilders should either throw the ball straight back to the coach to try and bowl the batsman out before he/she returns from their run around the cones. Every player (Other than the batsman) should feild and count their own score until an overall winner is found once everyone has batted.
Ensure that the batsman run around the cones and don't feed the ball to the batsman at an easy pace though be mindful of their ability.
Pre-season is the best time to rebuild and refine batting technique without the pressure of match results. This article covers the fundamental batting positions that underpin consistent run-scoring, provides a progressive session framework from shadow batting to live bowling, and highlights the common pre-season mistakes that coaches should avoid.
Fielding placement in limited overs cricket is a tactical chess match that changes with every phase of the innings. This article breaks down how captains should set fields during the powerplay, middle overs, and death overs, and provides practical coaching sessions for developing game-aware fielders who anticipate rather than react.
With IPL 2026 starting this month, we break down the art of powerplay bowling - field placement, line and length, and how to turn the fielding restrictions to your advantage.
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