Get more runs and wickets by acting like a tailor
It's a systematic process of fittings, measurements and adjustments to get the perfect fit to your shape. It's a method that has worked to produce the finest suits in existence and it's one you can adapt to improve your cricket.
Just like a tailor, you can maximise your training and preparation so it becomes perfect for you. Also like making a suit, there is no simple way to reach perfection right way. It takes time, effort and attention to detail.
Classic bowling dismissals: Leg spin
This article is part of the 'Classic bowling dismissals' series. To go to the start, click here.
Even after the great Shane Warne's legacy, leg spin has a mixed reputation.
How to play under a bad captain
I don't know his name, but a reader who recently emailed was frustrated that his captain was not doing the best job possible.
He felt he could do a far better job. He wanted to know how to go about taking over as captain and emailed me for advice.
Good technical coaching is the key to batting success
Cricket Show 44: Captaincy
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Although the focus this week is on cricket captaincy, we have some great guests for you this week too. Ian Pont answers a question about Jimmy Anderson's bowling action and we chat on the phone with Senyo Nyakutse, the Founder of Cricket Montreal
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Are your hips holding you back from being a fast bowler?
I’m going to share with you one of the major points that is holding back your fast bowling.
Why the will-to-win takes more than a dressing room pep-talk
The captain is in the dressing room before the game giving his team a last minute talk.
He tells the boys that they have the talent and ability to beat this lot. All that needs to happen is this: Stay focused and switched on for the entire game. Let the will-to-win take us over the line.
Classic bowling dismissals: Fast bowling
This article is part of the 'Classic bowling dismissals' series. To go to the start, click here.
You don't have to be above 90mph (145kph) to be fast. You just need to be quick enough to hurry the batsman.
Chasing a big score: Learning from the Ashes
In the wake of the 2009 Ashes series, I thought I would have a look at the way the Australians played during the big run chase in their second innings of the final Test when the series was on the line.
Cricket Show 43: Fast bowling tips (with Ian Pont)
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Ian Pont takes centre stage this week as we feature the fast bowling guru answering your questions on how to bowl with pace and accuracy. Kevin discusses his palns for the coming summer and David watches the rain sheet down as another game is called off.
Your questions this week include:
