Batting set up with Jacob Oram

Key points:

    • It’s important to get into a comfortable position when getting set to receive a delivery
    • Stand side on and grip the bat by wrapping the fingers and thumbs around the handle
    • Keep your head still and eyes level
    • As the ball is bowled, swing your bat back, and:
    • If the ball pitches full, step towards it and swing the bat down straight [e.g. drive]
    • If the ball pitches short, step back and swing the bat down and across with the arms fully extended to hit it [e.g. pull shot]
    • You can practice your batting set up by yourself using a long mirror. Go on - give it go.
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