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Cricket: Ian Bell - Forward Defense

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DESCRIPTION

A forward defense is played to a good length delivery. It's a defensive type of shot and therefore the amount of runs scored from it is irrelevant

COACHING POINTS

The most important thing is being able to pick up the length of the ball
A forward defence is played to a good length ball
A good stride into the ball - not under or over striding
Head over front knee
A full face of the bat

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Ian Bell - Cover Drive:

Ian Bell was famous for having the best cover drive in world cricket.

Batters should always be looking to score runs. When a bowler delivers a half-volley, it should be scored off and the best way of doing this is by playing the cover-drive.

Watch this drill to see how you can coach your players to drive like Bell!

Techniques

Ian Bell - Pull Shot:

The pull shot is a counter attacking shot to a fast delivery generally pitched half way down the wicket.

Often played incorrectly but if executed well can score your players a lot of runs and force bowlers to pitch the ball up which will be easier to face.

Techniques

Ian Bell - Cut Shot:

Batters need to capitalise when bowlers miss their length and bowl it wide. There are a number of different cut shots which can be hit in different areas. In this drill Ian Bell talks through how to get into the correct position with some key points you can use.

Techniques