Coaching Corner 17 – Finger spin (Off-spin)

Coaching Corner 17 – Finger spin (Off-spin) Now for spin, starting with off-spin. The same principles apply for slow left-arm spinners (e.g. Monty Panesar) First the grip. See photograph To grip the ball, spread the first and second fingers onto the seam of the ball, with most pressure on the first finger. Then bend the fingers and fold the hand down behind the ball. The thumb takes no part in spinning the ball; spin is imparted mainly through the first finger. The action of the wrist is similar… More information...

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