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Download Solution PDFAn _____ is a cricket shot where the batsman swings the bat vertically and hits the ball along the ground. The ball is hit between cover and mid-off.
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- An Off drive is a cricket shot where the batsman swings the bat vertically and hits the ball along the ground.
- The ball is hit between cover and mid-off.
- This shot is typically played to a delivery pitched outside the off-stump.
- It requires good timing and placement to ensure the ball travels between the fielders.
Additional Information
- The Straight Drive is played straight down the ground past the bowler.
- The Front Foot Defense is a defensive shot played with the front foot forward to block the ball.
- The On Drive is played to a delivery on the leg side, hitting the ball between mid-on and mid-wicket.
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