Cricket
Standing Back Footwork And Angles
Move the feet early to get side-on to the line of the ball
10 min
5 x 12 balls, varying width
Beginner
Demonstration video coming soon
Instructions
- 1Start in a relaxed standing-back stance well back from the stumps.
- 2Move the feet as soon as you read the line, not just the hands.
- 3Get side-on to wide balls so the gloves work in front of the body.
- 4Reset to a balanced stance between every ball.
What to focus on
Feet moving first to get side-on.
Common mistake
Reaching across the body with the gloves instead of moving the feet.