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Why I am bowled out when playing defensive shots?

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You might not be defending properly. Always make sure the ball is in your eye-line when the ball meets contact with your bat. Make sure you are looking at the ball. Also, try leaving the balls which are wide of off stump and good length.

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How can I settle my mind before going to bat?

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Just think about how well you can perform. Recall all the good things you have done in the past and tell yourself that you can do them again.

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What should I do if the ball from a fast bowler is too fast for me to see?

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Start practicing with a fast bowler, and it will help you to become comfortable with the bowling speed. Or keep your head steady and keep watching the ball from the releasing point of the bowler's hand until the ball comes in contact with the bat.

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How do I play offside?

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If the ball comes inside the wide, then just move right side, if you are a left handed batsman. And just move left side if you are a right handed batsman and hit the ball as strongly as you can.

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Why doesn't my ball go very far when I hit it?

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To try and hit the bowl for a six, you need a good amount of strength and timing. You acquire these things with a lot of practice.

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Why am I getting bowled when the bowler bowls yorker ball?

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You need to stay focused. Bat deep in the crease to convert it into a (low) full toss. And you can also open the face of the bat if you are prepared.

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How do I hit a four in fast bowling?

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Practice how to bat against fast bowlers. While at bat, watch the ball carefully; observe the bowler's hand and grip, and hit as well as you can.

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I feel little afraid while facing a fast bowler. What can I do?

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Concentrate on your batting and watch the bowler. Observe the ball delivery along with the seam, so that you can play neatly to fast bowlers.

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How do I hit a ball that is spinning when the fast bowl is delivered?

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Judging how the bowler is going to ball is very important. During spin, judge whether the ball coming is a short or a full. Try to move forward and play if the ball is at good length, or go on backfoot and play if it is a short ball.

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What can I do if I'm having trouble with the ball coming too fast?

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Start your swing a split second earlier, or wait for a bad ball to dispatch to the boundary.

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How do I hit a six through straight drive?

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To hit a six through a straight drive, make sure your left elbow (if right handed) or right elbow (if left handed) is pointing towards the leg side and the other elbow is pointing towards the ground. Time the shot and if there is someone on the rope, don't lob it unless you can time it properly.

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How can I hit sixes against fast bowlers?

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If there is a good pace, connect well and finish the follow through of a lofted shot. Do not use too much force and do not edge the ball. It should get good bat and be hit high. If the pace is good and your swing is good, your shots will soon be going all the way without any trouble.

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How do I face a leg side ball, and how do I play a flick shot?

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When a bowler bowls towards your leg side, then it's very important that you get low and watch the ball very carefully until the end. When you are playing the flick shot, then you should tighten your lower hand on the bat.

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How can I get into better positions?

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Play confidently and don't play aggressively when starting.

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How do I bat against the slow pace seamers in test cricket?

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Slower deliveries are rare. Play each ball when it comes to you to identify it and then decide what shot you are going to play. This also helps in playing swing.

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How can I be less afraid of a fast bowler?

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Just adapt those fast balls and keep your eyes on the ball.

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Why do I become out when someone bowls a deadly bouncer?

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Try to duck the bowl if is a bouncer or try to hit it. Bowl it closer, and don't be afraid if you try to play upper cut or hook.

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I am afraid that a fast ball will cause a serious injury to me. What should I do to remove my mental weakness?

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The best way is to wear correct protective gear like a helmet, pads, abdomen guard, elbow pad etc. With all of this protective gear it is very difficult to be seriously injured in a game of cricket.

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I always miss the ball of a fast bowler and get out. What should I do?

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To play a fast bowler, you need to have a good stance. Take leg stump as your guard and have a close-chested body, waiting for the bowl to come.

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I am not able to get focused while I bat against a seamer, and also, I am not able to play the shots that I wanted to play. What can I do?

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Just be confident and have a bit of practice before the match. Remember, cricket is all about being confident and when you you are confident, you will play well. To play a seamer, you need to have a good stance so work on your basics.

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How can I judge the line and length of a fast bowler and decide my shot as early as I can?

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You can do this by watching the field set. To play an early shot you must step out of your crease.

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When I am bat against seamers, I am afraid and my shot selection is poor. What can I do?

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If you are afraid don't let the other team know it. Just watch the ball onto the bat. With seamers you only need a light tap on the ball for it to run away to the boundary so do not try to smash it.

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Why am I scared of a very fast bouncer ball?

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Because you don't want to get hurt. Practice facing bouncers. Eventually, you will not only overcome your fear of them, but also learn how to play them. I suggest a pull, hook, or upper cut shot.

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Can you explain a swing ball?

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A swing ball occurs when one side of the ball is rough and the other is polished. Because of the way the ball travels aerodynamically, it moves towards the rough side.

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