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How do I catch a fast catch without pain and fear?

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You should practice fast catches with a tennis ball at first, to ease into it.

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If ball is too much fast and I have to run, then how will I catch it?

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Get closer to the ball and then take a dive. Even if you don't catch it, try to stop the ball as quickly as you can by being in its location.

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Should I look at the bowler's hand or the batsman's bat?

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You should look at the batsman's bat, then focus on the batsman's shot.

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What should I do while playing a yorker?

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You need to learn to bring your bat down quickly. Moving your feet away from the ball is also very important because most yorkers will swing inward. Practice with a tennis ball before using a seasoned ball.

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How do I catch a fast and high ball?

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Keep your eyes on the ball. Move closer to the ball and make a cup with your glove to catch the ball. Expect it to hit your hand hard and be prepared for the impact.

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How can I enjoy the fielding?

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Keep encouraging your team. Ask the captain to put you in an action-packed area -- maybe square leg or point.

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How do I play a helicopter shot on the yorker?

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Pick up the length early. Overpitched or full deliveries are ideal ball for the shot. Bring power into your wrist. Timing and connection is very important.

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How do I catch a ball when bowling?

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After you bowl, keep looking at the ball with strong focus. Catch it as it approaches you. Practice will make you perfect.

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How do I hit the stump?

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Practice by placing one stump in the ground and hitting it with the ball. Then, take one step back after you hit the stump.

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Sometimes, when I take a high catch, the ball pops out of my hand. How can I avoid that?

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Try to have your hand positioned like a cup, so when catching it it won't fall. Then, bring it to your chest so it wont fall. Don't try to fall when catching a high ball or if the ball hits the ground, as it will be a not out.

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How do I prepare to catch a cricket ball?

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Assume that every ball will be coming to you, and be in the best position to receive it.

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What can I do to stop my hand from hurting from catching a cricket ball?

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Momentum is very important. Retract your hand backward and let the momentum of the ball continue. Also, the more practice you have catching the ball, the tougher your hand will become.

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How can I make diving catch?

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If the ball comes front of you, then you should concentrate the ball and cup your hands. Keep your body at a 45 degree angle while balancing the whole body. Remember that your feet should be halfway on the ground.

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What should I do if my hands hurt when I catch a cricket ball?

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This is something you just have to get used to over time. Your hands will adjust to the feeling of catching the ball eventually.

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How do I catch a cricket ball in one hand?

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Always try to get both of your hands to the ball. If it's impossible, keep your eyes on the ball and try to get the ball come to the middle area of your palm, and try to catch the ball with a soft hand.

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If I saw the ball at the last second, what I should do?

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Take your bat quickly. If the ball is outside, you can leave it so there is no chance of an edge. Remember that if the ball is on the 4 or 5 stump, play defense and just stop the ball going to the wickets.

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How can I play reverse swipe in cricket?

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Concentrate on the ball and pick the length of ball yorker or good length. Reverse swipe depending on your timing.

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How do I play a helicopter shot?

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Keep the two hands tight and swing the bat very closely to the ball by moving the left leg side.

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How do I play the bouncer position?

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Leave the ball by ducking yourself underneath because bouncer is a very difficult ball to hit; it is one of the best weapons of fast bowlers. If the ball is a bit low you may play the hook shot, just be careful it doesn't hit you.

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How can I dive without getting injured?

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You should not dive until you are playing in some stadium or a good pitch.

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How do I hit the boundary while playing yorker?

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Try the helicopter shot.

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How do I get over the fear of fielding in cricket?

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Practice fielding as much as you can. If you still don't feel up to it, ask your captain to put you in a less action-packed place, preferably out on the boundary.

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How do I catch when my team is shouting at me?

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Tune out the shouting and focus only on the ball. If you listen to your teammates you will get nervous and drop it.

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How can I practice batting?

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Practice with a coach or more experienced player.

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How do I make a diving catch?

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First, be attentive and watch where the ball is going. Run to it and put your hands up and aim to the ball, then dive to catch it.

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How can I catch a fast cricket ball?

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Practice catching with a tennis ball before using a seasoned one. It will help you beat your fear and improve your agility.

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How do I play without getting LBW?

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First make sure that you're in the correct position, which is not covering the wickets completely. This will also improve in playing offside shots. Be careful. If the ball is coming toward the wickets, don't try for sweep shots as this can also make you LBW. In other cases if the ball is missing the stumps you cover the stumps for playing different shots.

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