Graham Thorpe of Surrey and England demonstrates driving. The straight drive is one of the most classical shots in a batsman's repertoire. Bowlers hate to see batsmen present the full face of the bat as the ball races to the boundary through the offside. The straight drive is about timing and placement rather than power.


Drive the ball in cricket
Click through to watch this video on co.uk
External Content
news.bbc.co.uk
You already know how to use your phone. With Gadget Hacks' newsletter, we'll show you how to master it. Each week, we explore features, hidden tools, and advanced settings that give you more control over iOS and Android than most users even know exists.
Sign up for Gadget Hacks Weekly and start unlocking your phone's full potential.
Comments
Be the first, drop a comment!