Cricket
Seam Position Wrist Behind The Ball
Present the seam consistently with the wrist directly behind the ball
12 min
5 x 10 balls off a full run, checking seam after release
Intermediate
Why this drill
Builds toward present the seam consistently with the wrist directly behind the ball.
Instructions
- 1Hold the ball with the seam upright and fingers just off-center behind it.
- 2Bowl off your full run and freeze the wrist position at release.
- 3Have a partner call out the seam angle at landing.
- 4Adjust grip pressure if the seam is wobbling instead of staying stable.
What to focus on
Wrist staying behind the seam through release.
Recommended reps
5 x 10 balls off a full run, checking seam after release
Common mistake
Wrist rolling over early, causing the seam to scramble in flight.