Hitter hits catch out to Point who picks up and throws back to keeper, Hitter then hits a ball to Cover who picks up and throws to keeper. Hitter then hits a ball to Mid off who attacks the ball and underarms it over the top of the stumps at the bowlers end to a fielder that has come in from Mid On. The man over the stumps returns the ball to the keeper and then makes his way to point. All Fieldman rotate in an Anti Clockwise direction once they have fielded their ball.
Communication - Players talking to each other in regards to where they need to go.
Split Step - Players to practice split step when at point and cover.
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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