Cricket
Field Setting And Positioning Awareness
Read the field set and understand why each fielder is placed there
12 min
6 scenario walk-throughs with a diagram or live field
Intermediate
Why this drill
Builds toward read the field set and understand why each fielder is placed there.
Instructions
- 1Look at a set field and identify the bowler's likely plan from the positions.
- 2As the batter, identify the safest scoring areas given that field.
- 3As a fielder, explain out loud why you are positioned where you are for this batter.
- 4Rotate roles so each player practices reading the field from every angle.
What to focus on
Explaining the tactical reason behind every fielding position.
Recommended reps
6 scenario walk-throughs with a diagram or live field
Common mistake
Fielders standing in habitual spots without reference to the plan or batter.