Activity
Batting Against Pace
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Cricket
Technique: Batting
Class: Class 7
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Cricket
Technique: Batting
Class: Class 8
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Cricket
Technique: Batting
Class: Class 9
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Cricket
Technique: Batting
Class: Class 10
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Cricket
Technique: Batting
Class: Class 11
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Cricket
Technique: Batting
Class: Class 12
Skill: Specialised Sports Coaching
Sports: Cricket
Technique: Batting
Batting Against Pace
Learning Outcomes
Improve the ability to face fast deliveries.
Develop techniques for playing both short-pitched and full-length balls.
Build confidence against quick bowlers.
Description Of Activity
The coach demonstrates techniques for playing fast bowling, including playing off the back foot for short-pitched balls and getting on the front foot for full-length deliveries.
Players will practice facing fast deliveries and executing both defensive and attacking shots, including the pull, cut, and drive.
Variations
Cricket bats
Cricket balls
Stumps or wickets for match simulation
Coaching Tips
Encourage players to keep their head still and eyes on the ball, especially when facing pace.
Remind them to play with soft hands to avoid edging the ball.
Stress the importance of timing, particularly when facing short-pitched deliveries.
Equipment/Material Required
Add a batter for match simulation.
Introduce a bowler who varies the speed and bounce to challenge the batsman.