How to Catch a Cricket Ball
Know the rules., Take position., Have a positive mind set., Be attentive.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Know the rules.
For taking a catch you should be aware of the rules made by the International Cricket Council (the governing body over cricket):
The batsman is not declared out if the ball is a no-ball or dead ball.
The fielder drops the ball before completely catching the ball.
The fielder steps over the boundary line.
The ball bounces before the fielder collects it. -
Step 2: Take position.
The fielder should be in a good position in order to catch the ball.
An ideal stance would be bending your knees and making cup with your hands.
It is essential for a slip fielder to bend on knees and keep hands pointing down, making a cup position.
This will assist you in taking a low catch. , If you think you are a bad fielder, keep that thought out of your mind.
Fielding depends on your attentiveness and your attitude towards game.
Thinking in a positive way can help you become a better fielder. , Attentiveness is required for a good catch.
You should expect that every next ball will come to you.
In this way, you will be more attentive and focused on the game. -
Step 3: Have a positive mind set.
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Step 4: Be attentive.
Detailed Guide
For taking a catch you should be aware of the rules made by the International Cricket Council (the governing body over cricket):
The batsman is not declared out if the ball is a no-ball or dead ball.
The fielder drops the ball before completely catching the ball.
The fielder steps over the boundary line.
The ball bounces before the fielder collects it.
The fielder should be in a good position in order to catch the ball.
An ideal stance would be bending your knees and making cup with your hands.
It is essential for a slip fielder to bend on knees and keep hands pointing down, making a cup position.
This will assist you in taking a low catch. , If you think you are a bad fielder, keep that thought out of your mind.
Fielding depends on your attentiveness and your attitude towards game.
Thinking in a positive way can help you become a better fielder. , Attentiveness is required for a good catch.
You should expect that every next ball will come to you.
In this way, you will be more attentive and focused on the game.
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