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[yogi206]

watch Chris Rogers from side on batting............ for the perfect diamond shape

[Buzz]

buzz for the purpose of training alone would there be any benefit in practicing a straight drive using stationary balls to get the correct movement and balance

well yes and no.

how often do you hit a stationary ball in cricket?

I think drop feeds (where someone stands beside you and drops a tennis ball and you hit it on the second bounce) are more effective as there is a timing element. But different people find different things help them, so I wouldn't say no, there is a time and a place for that kind of practice.

But as I said, your head position is more important that your feet position. Get your eyes/head in the right place and everything else will follow. If you move your foot first I believe you are going to find it harder to get right in a game situation - as you could end up with your weight going back (to move your foot) and then forward (as you try to play the shot).

Moving your head/eyes first towards the line of the ball keeps your weight and momentum going towards the ball which is what you want.

[lazza32]

problem is most of the time I have to train alone. So usually i book the probatter but it's expensive so i can only do that once a week and then i train with the club twice a week. I will definitely target the head and shoulder moves on the probatter on friday. Thanks buzz

[Bulldog Cricket]

well yes and no.

how often do you hit a stationary ball in cricket?

I think drop feeds (where someone stands beside you and drops a tennis ball and you hit it on the second bounce) are more effective as there is a timing element. But different people find different things help them, so I wouldn't say no, there is a time and a place for that kind of practice.

How many time do you hit tennis balls in cricket ?

I would recommend using cricket balls or bowling machine balls for all batting practice.

[procricket]

A mixture of technical and natural.

Most of the video of people playing on here are players who try to look correct.

I netted with a couple of lads on saturday one was trying to look to technical and correct and was far from enjoying it or it seemed that way.

The other lad played a few forward defensive shots and hammered the hell out of it straight and played with a smile on his face.

Yes the younger player is a decent player but he worried too much about things he has the basics of a good player and a few technical issue to sort but all in good time. Must add this lad is a natural timer of a ball but by trying to look too correct he lost his balance then lost his power because he was miles from the ball.

The other lad has a decent technique but knows his strengths and i suspect no's his weakness but in his uncomplicated way you could see how he would score runs.

Use a mixture of both but as a Lancashire one day player once said to me score as many as you can because you will get out eventually.

Enjoy your cricket and work on both if hitting the ball gives you enjoyment do that but remember there a price to play just ask Aaron Finch.

Balance is key without going into head shapes and diamonds also known as figure of 9.

Enjoy your cricket is the key and do what makes you enjoy it more.

 

[Number 11]

Not a problem at all, my offside play is great but my onside not so. My weakness is a inswinger from a left hander that's pitched up

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Do you still take a good stride forward? If so, try reducing it to less that 12 inches to play an on drive or clip to leg. Worked for me.

[lazza32]

Mate what a difference 1 week makes. I spent all week practicing what buzz told me and today scored my first 50. Had to retire because it was just too hot and I was getting sick, we had a temp. of 43 degrees today. forgot completely about footwork and just dipped my shoulders towards where the ball was pitching which in turn naturally put my feet where they were needed for balance. Thanks Buzz