Used in the lead up to bowling off short or full run. Can be useful for alignment and keeping weight towards target: Line feet up as you would normally do in your delivery action - on the bowling crease Start your action and deliver ball Transfer weight towards target - front shoulder and head should finish forward and towards the stumps at the other end of the pitch
Make sure you line your feet, shoulders and head towards your target Drive back leg in delivery Drive head forwards and finish your action completely Check that your feet align after delivery to finish your action, not rotate across your body too far
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