Opening Batting Explained: Facing the New Ball and Building a Start
Opening the batting is one of the most exciting and demanding jobs in cricket. When the innings starts, the ball is hard, shiny and new. The fielders are fresh, the bowlers are full of energy, and every eye in the ground is watching the first few deliveries. For a new fan, these early overs can look simple, but they contain many small decisions that shape the whole innings.
A good start does...