Drill

Drills

Cricket

Anticipation Crouch Before Delivery

Be moving into a ready crouch as the bowler delivers, not static

8 min
5 x 10 balls in a fielding position of your choice
Beginner
Demonstration video coming soon

Instructions

  1. 1Take your fielding position and walk in a couple of steps as the bowler runs up.
  2. 2Drop into a low crouch with hands ready just before release.
  3. 3React to the shot from a moving, athletic position rather than flat feet.
  4. 4Reset your walk-in rhythm for every single delivery.

What to focus on

Moving into position before the ball is hit.

Common mistake

Standing flat-footed and reacting a beat too late.