Drill

Drills

Cricket

Backing Up The Stumps

Be in the right position to back up every throw at both ends

10 min
6 simulated run-out scenarios
Beginner
Demonstration video coming soon

Instructions

  1. 1Assign fielding positions and simulate a throw coming in from the outfield.
  2. 2The non-keeping fielder near the stumps moves in line behind the stumps immediately.
  3. 3Stay alert and mobile in case the throw is errant or bounces awkwardly.
  4. 4Rotate through scenarios from different parts of the field each rep.

What to focus on

Getting into the backing-up line before the throw arrives.

Common mistake

Standing still and watching instead of getting in line to save overthrows.