CRICKET SKILLS

BATTING
BOWLING
FIELDING & THROWING
WICKET KEEPING
INTRODUCTION
The whole idea of cricket is to score moreruns than the
opposition. But, you can't dothatifyou are back in the
pavilion,.tis important that a batsman's game is bultaround a
solid defence and [Link] player has allthe
shots, but he should beable to handle deliveries that test his
weakerareas safely. And, a good technique willgive him a
greater chance of survival ondifficult or deteriorating pitchesA
batsman must also develop the ability toidentify and remember
the gaps in the fieldso that he can work the ball for a single.
Thisrotates the strike, particularly for a moretalented or in- -form
partner, and keeps thescoreboard ticking,Good batting does
not require immensepower. Indeed, most of history's
greatestbatsmen have been small. of stature. Ballsare hit most
effectively with exquisite timingbased around good
[Link] following pages address conventionalshot-
making, but a player is encouraged toimprovise as this can
upset bowlers' lines.,and prove most effective in the shorter
formsof the gameHowever, even in T20, you have to keep
thegood balls out, and a sound techniqueprovides the right
foundation for successThe aim is to hit the ball with the
meat(sweet spots) located in the area 10 cmbelow the splice
 GRIP
A proper grip is essential for power and control on
both sidesof the wicket, and is not unlike that used
to wield an axe,The simplest way to discover the
correct grip is to lay the baton the ground with the
handlle pointing towards the feet,then pick it up
with both [Link] Vs formed by the thumb and
forefinger of each handshould be aligned towards
the outside edge of the splice ofthe [Link]
knuckle of the index finger of the top hand will
bealigned with the outside edge of the bat, and
the back ofthe hand will face extra [Link]
hands should be close together in the middle of
thehandle so they act as a single pivot point.
 GUARD

A batsman takes guard when he arives at thecrease so that he wilknow

where the stumps area And can protect them while batting. Most
playerstake [Link] batsman should place his bat vertically on
thepopping crease, side-on with the face pointing away from him. The
umpire will direct him to shift thebat untilit is aligned between the middle
stumps atboth [Link] batsman willthen mark the spot with his
sprigs,orchalk in the case of an artificial [Link] other popular guards are
leg stump (the line between the umpire's middle stump and theoatsman's
leg stump) and two legs (the line from theumpire's middle stump to
between the batsman'smiddle and leg stumps).Some batsmen are more
comfortable with these guards as they know that a ball hiting their pads
intheir normal stance will miss leg stump.
 STANCE

The batsman must start in the best positionto play his strokes
efficiently with [Link] should stand side-on in a
comfortableupright position with his head and frontshoulder
facing the bowler for [Link] feet should be shoulder-
width apartparallel to, and either side of, the poppingcrease.
(He should turn his bodyapproximately five degrees to the left if
thebowler goes around the wicket or for a left-arm bowler over
the wicket.)His knees should be slightly flexed, with theweight
evenly balanced on the balls of [Link] head should be stil
and eyes level in aline vertically above the [Link] top hand
yvill rest comfortably againstthe inside of his front thigh, and the
bottomof the bat behind the litle toe of his [Link]
players prefer to be "pre-loaded"with the bat raised into the
backlift as ithelps them to keep their eyes [Link] rear knee
should not impede thebacklift, and his shirt should be tucked in
sothatit does not get caught in the handile
 FORWARD DEFENCE
This shot is generally played to a good-length delivery onthe
stumps. partic ularly early in a batsman's innings, or onan
unpredictable [Link] phases of batting described
previously are observed,and the batsman moves his front foot
forward to a positionslightly inside the line of the [Link] body
weight is transferred into the front foot through cbent front
knee which also brings the head dowr over [Link] the top
of the backswing, the shoulders rotate [Link] the bat
accelerates before decelerating just prior tocontact under the
eyes. The head should be stil, eyes onthe [Link] ball makes
contact with the full face of an angled batwhich is kept close
to and in front of the padWhile the hands are forward of the
pad, it is important to letthe ball come to you, not push at
[Link] heel of the back foot wilift to allow the body weightto
move forward. But, the back foot itself should not moveas the
back leg straightens.A high top elbow, the bat, and a relaxed
bottom hand willform a figure 9 as the top hand
controls the shot.
When batting against slower bowling,aplayer may decide to leave his crease
andadvance towards the delivery to create adifferent [Link] willopen up more
scoring opportunitiesBut, it must be planned in advance andmovement left until the last
moment so thatthe bowler cannot adjust his [Link] either a crossover step (back
footbehind the front foot) or "click" (where thetwo feet meet in the same plane).
thebatsman makes two quick, long stridestowards the [Link] is vital that the head
remain steady andthe eyes level throughout, as the batsmanadvances towards the
appropriate [Link] should also be prepared to defend(even get back in his crease)
should thebowler see him coming and make effectiveadjustments to the delivery.
Contact in line with front leg• Wrists turned on contact• Body remains
uprightThis shotis an extension of the on-drive, played in line with the front
leg, to a similar [Link] turning the face of the bat at point of impact,
the batsman uses the pace of the ball torunit behind square [Link]
memorising the gaps in the field, and turning the wrists appropriately, the
batsman is ableto open up more scoring opportunities from this mis-
directed, full [Link], it is vital he remain upright, head steady and
eyes level, and not fallinside the line of theballIt is also important to meet
the delivery with the full face of the bat, and not turn the
wristsprematurely.
This is an attacking horizontal stroke playedto a short delivery bouncing between knee and chest height
outside the off-stumpA large step is taken, and the back legIlexed. The back foot stabilises parallel tothe
crease, and the body weight transferedonto it,The hands and front elbow are high andkept close to the
body as the bat is takenback above the anticipated height of [Link] wrists are cocked, and
the frontshoulder turned towards [Link] the ball draws level with the back leg, theshoulders are
rotated powerfully away fromthe [Link] bat accelerates down horizontally, andcontactis made with
the arms [Link] wrists are rolled as balance ismaintained over the back foot, and the ballis
struck towards [Link] hands and bat follow through to finishabove the front shoulder.
This is an attacking horizontal stroke playedto a ful toss or short delivery pitched on oraround leg
stump and reaching thebatsman between knee and chest [Link], a decisive step is taken
back andacross towards the off stump, but the backfoot points straight down the [Link] front leg
withdraws to the leg side as theback foot pivots, and the head remainsslightly forward of the base
and in line withthe ball. Body pivots in follow throughanticipated height of the bounce, thehands in
close to the body and the [Link] shoulders are now rotated, and the bataccelerated
horizontally down and across,As always, the eyes remain fixed on the ballthroughout, and contact is
made in front ofthe body with the arms fuly [Link] wrists are rolled as the ballis struck in
thedirection of mid-wicket, and the bat followsthrough naturall.
Bat comes from high to low• Bat horizontal at contactWrists rolledThe
sweep shot is played most safely and effectively to off-spin bowling,. and
opens upscoring opportunities from a good-length [Link] front foot
will move in a line with middle and leg stumps, with the bat coming from
highto low, and horizontal at impact,The wrists are rolled, and the ball is
played into a gap behind square [Link] sweep is a risky shot when
played against the spin andor on a wearing pitch withvariable bounce.
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VARIOUS BOWLING SKILLS
Bowling

 Bowling, in cricket, is the action of propelling the ball toward the wicket defended by a
batter. A player skilled at bowling is called a bowler; a bowler who is also a
competent batter is known as an all-rounder. Bowling the ball is distinguished
from throwing the ball by a strictly specified biomechanical definition, which restricts the
angle of extension of the elbow . A single act of bowling the ball towards the batsman is
called a ball or a delivery. Bowlers bowl deliveries in sets of six, called an over. Once a
bowler has bowled an over, a teammate will bowl an over from the other end of the
pitch. The Laws of Cricket govern how a ball must be bowled. If a ball is bowled illegally,
an umpire will rule it a no-ball. If a ball is bowled too wide of the striker for the batsman to
be able to play at it with a proper cricket shot, the bowler's end umpire will rule it a wide.
 There are different types of bowlers, from fast bowlers, whose primary weapon is pace,
through swing and seam bowlers who try to make the ball deviate in its course through
the air or when it bounces, to slow bowlers, who will attempt to deceive the batter with a
variety of flight and spin. A spin bowler usually delivers the ball quite slowly and puts spin
on the ball, causing it to turn at an angle while bouncing off the pitch.
TYPES OF BOWLING

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 FAST BOWLERS
 Fast bowling is a key aspect of cricket, and it refers to the type of bowling in which
the bowler delivers the ball with a high speed to the batsman. The goal of fast
bowlers is often to surprise or intimidate the batsman with sheer pace, bounce, or
swing. Fast bowlers typically focus on attacking and generating more pace than
other types of bowlers, such as spin bowlers.
 Speed: Fast bowlers aim to bowl at speeds that exceed 140 km/h (87 mph), with
some exceptional bowlers reaching speeds over 160 km/h (100 mph).
FAST BOWING

Fast Bowling:
 Fast bowlers aim to deliver the ball at high speeds, typically over 85 mph (137
km/h) and sometimes even over 95 mph (153 km/h) in international cricket.
 Fast bowlers use pace to intimidate the batsman and can generate bounce,
movement off the pitch, or swing through the air to deceive the batter.
 There are two primary types of fast bowlers:
 Fast bowlers: Focus on speed and power.
 Fast-medium bowlers: A blend of pace and accuracy, typically between 70-85 mph
FAST BOWLING SKILLS

 Bouncer
 In swinger
 Knuckle ball
 Leg cutter
 Off cutter
 Out swinger
 Reverse swing
 Slower ball
 Yorker
 BACK ARM SLOWER
BOUNCER

 In cricket, a bouncer is a type of delivery bowled by a fast or fast-medium

bowler, where the ball is pitched short (before the batsman) with the intent
of rising toward the batter’s head or chest.
 It's typically a short-pitched ball, designed to intimidate or surprise the
batsman, forcing them to defend or react in a way that could lead to a
dismissal.
IN SWINGER
 In cricket, an in swinger is a type of delivery bowled by a fast or medium-fast
bowler where the ball moves inwards (towards the batter) after it pitches.
 The movement is typically in the air, before it lands on the pitch, and it can
be a very effective weapon to get the batter out, especially if the batsman
is not expecting it.
OUT SWINGER

 In cricket, an out swinger is a type of delivery bowled by a fast or medium-

fast bowler where the ball moves away from the batter (to the off side) after
it pitches.
 The out Swinger is a very effective weapon, especially for getting batters out
by inducing false shots or creating opportunities for catches to fielders on
the off side.
KNUCKLE BALL

 In cricket, a knuckleball is a delivery that is bowled with minimal spin,

causing the ball to behave unpredictably after it is released, often dipping
suddenly or changing direction unexpectedly.
 It is typically used by fast bowlers or medium-fast bowlers to deceive the
batter by making the ball behave differently from a normal delivery.
LEG CUTTER

 A leg cutter is a type of delivery bowled by a fast or medium-fast bowler,

where the ball is delivered with a cutting action that makes it move away
from the batter on the leg side (for a right-handed batter).
 It is generally a short-pitched or length delivery that behaves differently
from a normal fast ball, making it an effective weapon to deceive the
batter.
OFF CUTTER

 An off cutter is a type of delivery bowled by a fast or medium-fast bowler

where the ball moves inward (towards the batter's off side) after it pitches.
 The movement is caused by the bowler's finger and seam action, making
the ball cut or deviate sharply after hitting the pitch
REVERSE SWING

 Reverse swing in cricket refers to a phenomenon where the ball swings in

the opposite direction to what is typically expected based on the
conditions.
 It is a highly effective but difficult-to-master technique, often employed by
fast bowlers to deceive batsmen, especially in the latter stages of an innings
when the ball has become older.
SLOWER BALL

 A slower ball in cricket is a delivery bowled by a fast or medium-fast bowler

that is intentionally bowled at a significantly reduced speed compared to
their regular deliveries.
 The purpose of the slower ball is to deceive the batsman by changing the
pace of the delivery, making it harder for them to time and play an
attacking shot.
 Slower balls are an important variation used by bowlers to create confusion
and force mistakes from batsmen.
YORKER

 A Yorker is one of the most effective and lethal deliveries in cricket, typically
bowled by fast or medium-fast bowlers. It is a ball that lands right at the
batsman's feet or toes
 usually on or just inside the off-stump or leg-stump, and aims to hit the
stumps or force the batsman into playing a defensive shot.
 The Yorker is known for its precision and difficulty for the batter to play,
making it a crucial weapon in a bowler's arsenal.
SPIN BOWLING

 They deliver the ball at a slower pace, often using wrist or finger movement
to make the ball turn sharply.
 Spin bowlers are typically classified into two main categories:
 Off-spin: The ball spins away from the batsman (for a right-handed batsman,
it moves from the off side to the leg side)
 Leg-spin: The ball spins in the opposite direction, from the leg side to the off
side for a right-handed batsman.
 Left-arm orthodox: A left-handed bowler who spins the ball in the same
direction as an off-spinner
 Left-arm unorthodox (Chinaman): A left-handed bowler who spins the ball in the
opposite direction to an off-spinner (like a leg-spinner).
 SPINER SKILLS

 OFF SPIN ( OVER SPIN AND SIDE SPIN)

 LEF SPIN
 DOOSRA
 GOOGLY
 TOP SPIN
 FLIPPER
 SLIDER
 CAROM BALL
 ARM BALL
OFF SPIN

 Off-spin is a type of spin bowling in cricket, where the bowler uses the fingers
to impart spin to the ball, causing it to turn from the off-side to the leg-side
(for a right-handed batsman).
 This spin is primarily generated by the index and middle fingers, and the ball
usually pitches on the off-side, turning in towards the batter’s leg stump or
hitting the stumps.
 Off-spin is one of the most common forms of spin bowling and is generally
bowled by a right-arm bowler.
LEG SPIN

 Leg spin is a type of spin bowling in cricket where the bowler uses their
fingers and wrist to spin the ball from the leg side to the off side for a right-
handed batsman (and from off to leg for a left-handed batsman).
 It is one of the most challenging forms of bowling, requiring great skill,
precision, and a variety of deliveries to outsmart the batsman.
 A leg-spinner's primary weapon is the ability to spin the ball sharply, often
with varying amounts of turn, bounce, and flight.
DOOSRA

 The Doosra is a variation of off-spin bowling, famously popularized by

cricketers like Saqlain Mushtaq and later Shane Warne and Muttiah
Muralitharan.
 It is a deceptive delivery that turns in the opposite direction to a traditional
off-spinner's ball, making it one of the trickiest variations for a batsman to
pick.
 The doosra is designed to look like a normal off-spin delivery but turns from
the off-side to the leg-side (for a right-handed batsman), just like a leg-spin
delivery. This variation is extremely useful for creating confusion and getting
wickets.
GOOGLY

 The googly (also called a “ wrong’ un") is a variation of the leg break that
turns in the opposite direction, from off to leg (like an off-spin delivery).
 To bowl a googly , the bowler uses a different wrist and finger action,
making the ball spin the opposite way to deceive the batsman.
 A googly is often disguised as a normal leg break, and its main purpose is to
surprise the batsman, especially when they are expecting the usual turn.
TOP SPIN

 In a topspin delivery, the bowler imparts topspin on the ball, causing it to dip
quickly after pitching and potentially bounce higher.
 The wrist is used to create the topspin, and this delivery is often bowled
flatter, with less flight.
FLIPPER

 The Flipper is a deceptive variation of the leg-spin delivery in cricket. Unlike

traditional leg-spin balls, which turn sharply, the flipper is a faster, flatter
delivery that skids through low off the pitch.
 It is difficult to pick for the batsman because it appears like a standard leg-
spin delivery but doesn’t spin much. This makes it an effective weapon for
getting batsmen out, especially in limited-overs cricket or when a bowler
wants to surprise a batsman with a quick delivery that skids off the surface.
SLIDER

 The Slider is a variation in leg-spin bowling that is commonly used to

deceive the batsman. It is similar to the flipper in that it is a fast, flat delivery
with little to no turn, but the primary difference is in the direction and the
way it is released. While the flipper is pushed out with the middle finger and
skids off the pitch, the slider comes out with a different action and typically
moves in a straight line or slightly towards the leg side after pitching.
 The slider is often a weapon used by leg-spin bowlers to create a surprise
element, especially after establishing a rhythm with other deliveries like the
leg break or googly. It can result in batsmen misjudging the ball, playing an
early shot, or getting caught behind.
CARROM BALL

 The Carrom Ball is a unique and deceptive delivery in cricket, primarily used
by finger spinners (such as off-spinners). This delivery is characterized by its
unusual release, which makes it spin in a manner that is very difficult for the
batsman to pick.
 It's especially effective in limited-overs cricket, but also used in Test matches
to break partnerships or create confusion for the batsman.
Skills of fielding and
throwing
 Introduction

Cricket is a bat-and-ball game that

requires skill and strategy,.
Fielding and throwing are crucial aspects
of the game.
 Stance
and Positioning
Proper stance
and positioning are
essential for good fielding
Stand with feet shoulder-width apart
knees slightly bent, and eyes on the ball.
Footwork and Movement

Quick and agile footwork is necessary

for covering distance and changing
direction.
Jse different types of footwork (e.g.,
shuffle, glide, cross-over) to get into
position
Catching Techniques

High catch low catch

High catch: hands above shoulder level,

fingers spread apart
Low catch: hands below knee level,
fingers together
Diving catch: stretch and dive to catch
Diving catch
the ball
 Throwing
Techniques

Overarm throw: hold the ball with all

fingers, bring arm back, and throw
Underarm throw: hold the ball with thumb
and index finger, bring arm forward, and
throw
 Fielding Drills

Catching drills: high catch, low catch

diving catch
Throwing drills: accuracy, speed
Ground fielding drills: sliding, stopping
and throwing
 Throwing Drills

Accuracy drills: throw to a partner or

target
Speed drills: throw as hard as possible
 Common Errors and Solutions

Common errors: dropping catches

overthrowing, and misjudging distance
Solutions: practice regularly, focus on
technique, and stay alert
Image suggestion: A fielder
demonstrating a corrected technique
 wicket-keeping
skills
1. Stance and
Positioning
Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, knees slightly bent,
and body balanced evenly.

feet shoulder-width weight on balls of

feet
 2.
GloveWork
Use the gloves to catch and absorb the impact of the ball.

3.
Footwork
Move quickly and efficiently to get into position.

Lead with left leg Shuffle footwork

 4.
Throwing
Catch the ball cleanly, using the gloves and body to absorb the impact.

5.
Catching
Accurately throw the ball to the bowler or other fielders.

Eyes behind the Ball taken on inside Elbow retract

ball hip
 6.
Stumping
Quickly remove the bails from the stumps to dismiss the batsman.
 wicket - Keeping
Drills
Glove Work
1. Ball Toss : Drills
Stand with gloves on, and have a partner toss balls for you to catch.

2. Wall
Drill
Stand with gloves on, and throw the ball against a wall, catching the rebound.

3. Glove Shuffle

Hold a ball in each glove, and quickly shuffle them back and forth.
 Footwork
1. Lateral
Drills
Shuffles
Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, and quickly shuffle laterally.

2. Forward and Backward

Runs
Stand with feet shoulder-width apart, and quickly run forward and backward.

3. Carioca
Drill
Stand with feet together, and quickly move your feet in a carioca pattern
(side-to-side, then forward and backward).
 Throwing
Drills
1. Partner
Toss
Stand with a partner, and toss the ball back and forth.

2. Target
Practice
Stand with a target (e.g., a cone or a small goal), and throw
the ball to hit the target.

3. Long
Throws
Stand with a partner, and throw the ball to each other over a long distance.
 Stumping Drills
1. Stumping
Practice
Stand with a partner, and practice removing the bails from the stumps.

2. Reaction Time
Drill
Stand with a partner, and practice reacting quickly to remove the bails.

3. Stumping Under
Pressure
Stand with a partner, and practice stumping while under
pressure (e.g., with a timer or a crowd).
TH A NK YOU